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Business Plus is the leading monthly business magazine in Ireland, with its first issue released in February 1998. It is published ten times a year and focuses on the operations and developments of Irish companies or those operating in Ireland.

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Keith Lawler introduces Ireland's first sonic branding agency - LAUDHAUS

1 day ago | businessplus.ie | Cormac Cahill

Keith Lawler, former creative director of Folk VML and one of Ireland’s most respected creative talents, has announced the launch of his new venture: LAUDHAUS, the country’s first dedicated sonic branding agency. Blending his award-winning career in advertising with a lifelong passion for music, Lawler is on a mission to help brands find—and design—their unique sound.
Bay Broadcasting announces its acquisition of Galway Bay FM

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | Cormac Cahill

Bay Broadcasting, owners of Ireland’s leading independent radio stations, including Radio Nova, Ireland’s Classic Hits Radio and Sunshine 106.8, has announced its acquisition of Galway Bay FM. The move marks a significant expansion of Bay Broadcasting’s footprint across Ireland and reaffirms its commitment to its radio investments in Ireland. Galway Bay FM is the licensed broadcaster for Galway City & County, with a market share of 34%.
Amruta Vaidya appointed Country Manager of Coca-Cola Ireland

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | Cormac Cahill

The Coca-Cola Company announced today that Amruta Vaidya has been appointed Country Manager of Coca-Cola Ireland. As Country Manager of Coca-Cola Ireland, Vaidya will be responsible for leading the growth and product marketing for the company’s portfolio in Ireland, strengthening Coca-Cola’s position as a local market leader whilst driving innovation. She replaces Agnese Filippi who was recently appointed as Country Manager for Coca-Cola in Sweden.
Contactless payments rise and ATM withdrawals plummet in Q1

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | George Morahan

The level of contactless payments and ATM transactions continued to diverge in the first quarter, analysis from Bank of Ireland shows. E-commerce contactless transactions with digital wallets and apps such as Apple Pay and Google Pay increased by 3% in Q1, with contactless 'tap and go' payments rising 1% year-on-yearOver 3m e-commerce and 'tap and go' contactless payments were made on 28 February, making it the busiest day of the quarter.
Aldi Ireland and Mo Chara Gin partner for Monaghan fun run

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | George Morahan

Aldi Ireland has partnered with Mo Chara Gin to organise a 5k run to mark World Gin Day next Saturday (14 June). Participants will run from Aldi Carrickmacross in Co. Monaghan to the Old Carrick Mill Distillery 5km away, where Mo Chara Gin in distilled. The run is intended to celebrate the new Mo Chara Strawberry Gin as well as the new bottle design across the Mo Chara range.
Campbell's beats expectations with Q3 results

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | George Morahan

Canned soup maker Campbell's has reported net sales of $2.48bn for its third quarter, up 4% year-on-year and ahead of analyst' average expectations of $2.43bn. The company was helped by strong demand for canned food and soups as economic uncertainty caused consumers to increasingly eat at home. Campbell's has maintained its net sales growth forecast of 6-8% for its 2025 financial year, excluding the impact of tariffs.
ECB continues rate cuts as Eurozone inflation falls

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | Cormac Cahill

The European Central Bank (ECB) has reduced its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2%, marking the eighth cut since June 2024. This decision comes as Eurozone inflation fell to 1.9% in May, slightly below the ECB's 2% target, and amid concerns over potential economic impacts from ongoing trade tensions. The rate cut aims to stimulate economic activity by lowering borrowing costs for consumers and businesses.
Unemployment declines to 4% in May

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | George Morahan

Unemployment declined marginally to 4% in May from 4.1% in April and 4.4% in May 2024, the Central Statistics Office (CSO) has found. A total of 118,600 people were classified as unemployed last month, a decline of 200 from April and 6,900 from the same month last year. The unemployment rate was 3.9% for men, down from 4% month-on-month and 4.4% year-on-year. For women, unemployment was measured at 4.1%, down from 4.2% in April and 4.4% in May 2024.
MediaPLUS: Former minister and trade unionist join Alice PR

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | George Morahan

MediaPLUS is your weekly update on all that matters in media and marketingFormer junior minister David Stanton and long-time trade unionist Bernard Harbour have joined Alice Public Relations. The pair join former RTÉ newscaster Eileen Dunne and chair Dermot Ryan on Alice PR's team of expert advisors. They will focus on providing high-level public affairs, stakeholder engagement and strategic counsel services to Alice clients.
Exports the key driver as Ireland's GDP sees remarkable rise

2 days ago | businessplus.ie | Cormac Cahill

Ireland’s economy roared into 2025, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rising by a remarkable 9.7% in the first quarter of the year, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The impressive growth was driven primarily by a surge in goods exports and strong performance from multinational-dominated sectors. Exports were a key driver, with total exports increasing by 9.4%, a €18.2bn rise, between January and March.