Business Insights

Perspectives, analysis, and practical guidance from Emerald Advisory's senior consultants.

Financial planning for Irish businesses
๐Ÿ’ฐ Finance4 May 20266 min read

How Irish SMEs Can Prepare for Rising Interest Rates in 2026

With ECB rates remaining elevated, Irish businesses face increased borrowing costs. Here's how to stress-test your finances and protect your margins.

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๐Ÿ’ป Digital28 Apr 20267 min read

The EU AI Act: What Irish Businesses Need to Know

The EU AI Act is now in force. We break down what this means for Irish companies using or developing AI โ€” and what actions you need to take now.

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๐Ÿ‘ฅ HR20 Apr 20265 min read

Retaining Top Talent in Ireland's Tight Labour Market

Ireland's unemployment rate sits below 4%. Competition for talent has never been fiercer. Here are the retention strategies that are actually working right now.

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โš–๏ธ Compliance14 Apr 20264 min read

NIS2 Compliance: A Practical Guide for Irish Businesses

The NIS2 directive significantly expands cybersecurity obligations for Irish companies. Here's a plain-English guide to understanding and meeting your obligations.

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๐Ÿ“Š Strategy7 Apr 20269 min read

Scaling Your Irish Business: The 5 Decisions That Matter Most

After working with hundreds of scaling Irish companies, we've identified the five strategic decisions that most consistently determine whether growth succeeds or stalls.

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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Irish Business1 Apr 20265 min read

Enterprise Ireland Support for Scaling Businesses in 2026

A comprehensive guide to the funding, supports, and programmes available through Enterprise Ireland for ambitious Irish businesses this year.

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