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Avant Money reports 12% pretax profit rise as Irish loan book reaches €5bn
Avant Money, the Irish unit of Spanish banking group Bankinter, has reported Q1 2026 pretax profit of €12m, a 12% rise year-on-year. Its Irish loan book reached €5bn, up 23%.
Goldman Sachs-backed AAB merges with Kreston Reeves to form £200m UK accounting group
Goldman Sachs-backed AAB has agreed to merge with Kreston Reeves, creating a UK accounting group with revenues exceeding £200m (€232m). The combined business spans 23 locations across the UK and Ireland.
Finance Ireland reports 23% pre-tax profit rise driven by motor finance and real estate lending
Irish non-bank lender Finance Ireland has reported a 23% rise in pre-tax profits to €24.9m for 2025, driven by record motor finance growth and strong commercial real estate lending. New lending totalled €624m.
ECOVIS Ireland named Gold Sponsor of Irish Accountancy Awards 2026
ECOVIS Ireland joins the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 as Gold Sponsor, bringing global network capabilities and cross-border expertise in support of Ireland's accounting profession. The partnership underscores the growing importance of international connectivity and tailored client service as Ireland's accounting sector supports businesses with global ambitions ahead of the May 2026 gala.
Built for Instability: What DLA Piper's Global Report Means for Irish Finance and Accountancy Leaders
DLA Piper's global survey of 800 financial firms finds Irish firms lead on AI investment, financial crime vigilance, and sustainable finance, a roadmap for accountancy leaders navigating the new normal.
Accountancy group DJH acquires Loucas to expand South East presence
Accountancy group DJH has completed its 20th acquisition since 2020, expanding regional coverage. The deal reflects sustained consolidation across the accountancy sector and advisory market.
Gallagher acquires Bridge Insurance Brokers to expand construction insurance reach
UK insurance broker Gallagher has acquired Bridge Insurance Brokers to expand its real estate and construction insurance capabilities. The deal strengthens its UK commercial risk and advisory footprint across key sectors.
Austria’s BAWAG Group acquires PTSB in €1.6bn Irish banking deal
Irish retail bank PTSB is being acquired by Austria-based BAWAG Group in a €1.6bn deal. The transaction marks a significant restructuring of Ireland’s banking ownership with implications for financial services and accountancy oversight.
UK neobank Monzo expands regulated banking services into Ireland market
UK-based digital bank Monzo has launched fully regulated services in Ireland, expanding its European footprint. The move signals intensifying competition in Ireland’s accountancy and financial services ecosystem.
Dublin startup Audrey AI raises funding to scale audit automation platform
Dublin-based audit technology startup Audrey AI has raised $1.8m in pre-seed funding to scale its AI audit platform. The funding supports expansion across Ireland, the UK and international accountancy markets.
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