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AM Best affirms Intact Financial's A+ rating as UK and Ireland segment sharpens commercial focus
AM Best has affirmed the A+ financial strength rating of Canadian insurer Intact Financial Corporation, citing record net income of $3.4bn and strong performance across its UK and Ireland segment. All outlooks remain stable.
Investec applies for Irish banking licence to unlock full EU market access post-Brexit
South Africa and UK-listed lender Investec has applied for a full banking licence in Ireland to expand its European operations across a bloc managing approximately €38tn in assets. The firm expects approval before year-end.
Grant Thornton Northern Ireland sponsors Belfast City Airport Fast Track Security service
Grant Thornton Northern Ireland has been named the official sponsor of Belfast City Airport's Fast Track Security service. The deal reflects the firm's continued growth, having created more than 70 new roles in Belfast last year.
ETL Global Ireland named Gold Sponsor of Irish Accountancy Awards 2026
ETL Global Ireland joins the Irish Accountancy Awards 2026 as Gold Sponsor, bringing global network expertise and specialist capabilities across accounting, tax, advisory, and audit services in support of Ireland's accounting profession. The partnership underscores the growing importance of international connectivity and specialist service delivery as Ireland's accounting sector supports businesses with global ambitions of the May 2026 gala.
Foundations First: What KPMG's Global Tech Report 2026 Demands of Irish Finance and Accountancy Leaders
KPMG's Global Tech Report 2026 finds 89% of financial services leaders are innovators or fast followers, yet data, talent, and governance gaps threaten to limit AI ambitions. Irish finance leaders must take note.
Salisbury's acquires HB Chartered Accountants in Mold to mark 40 years in business
North Wales chartered accountancy firm Salisbury's has acquired HB Chartered Accountants in Mold, adding a sixth office and bringing its headcount to close to 50. The deal coincides with the firm's 40th anniversary.
SME Funded launches to close construction and manufacturing finance gap for UK small businesses
UK specialist finance platform SME Funded has launched to connect construction and manufacturing SMEs with more than 130 lenders alongside its own deployed capital. The platform was founded by construction M&A expert Bradley Lay.
Clonmel chartered accountant co-founds Complete Sports Management to bring financial structure to Irish jockeys
Clonmel chartered accountant JP Wynne has co-founded Complete Sports Management, a full-service agency for Irish jockeys covering tax, accounts, financial planning, and commercial representation. Ruby Walsh and Fran Berry are co-founders.
Xeinadin acquires Kilkenny firm Carrigan O'Dwyer to deepen Irish southeast presence
UK accountancy and advisory firm Xeinadin has acquired Kilkenny-based Carrigan O'Dwyer, a specialist in high-growth sectors including cyber security, pharmacy, and technology. The deal gives Xeinadin a second Kilkenny office and 32 nationwide.
Almac Group posts record £1.1bn revenue and £139m profit in year to September 2025
Northern Ireland-based global pharmaceutical contract manufacturer Almac Group has reported record revenue of £1.1bn and pre-tax profit of £139m for the year ended 30 September 2025. Both figures are the highest in the company's history.
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