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Author: Reinsurance News

Lloyd’s and Ireland’s Department of Finance are partnering to launch an Irish-themed cohort within the Lloyd’s Lab Accelerator Programme in 2026. The initiative aims to promote insurtech innovation, strengthen market resilience, and showcase Ireland’s expertise to the global insurance community.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The accountancy sector is once again demonstrating its dual role as both steward of financial stability and driver of strategic progress. This edition underscores the importance of resilience, innovation, and leadership in navigating today’s evolving landscape. Recognition of professional excellence is clear as Feargal McCormack sets a benchmark in the Accountancy Awards, reflecting the high standards shaping Ireland’s financial community. Such recognition not only honours achievement but also reinforces the profession’s role in embedding trust and integrity across markets. Global pressures are also evident. Investor confidence dipping to its lowest level in five years underscores the challenges posed by volatility, requiring firms to adopt strategies that prioritise stability while maintaining flexibility. At the same time, opportunity is emerging as Ireland becomes more attractive for private credit funds, positioning the country as a hub for alternative finance. Together, these themes reveal a sector defined not only by external conditions but by its capacity to lead with foresight. The future of accountancy lies in turning uncertainty into advantage through strategy and sustainable practice.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Feargal McCormack was recognised with the Outstanding Contribution to Accountancy award at the Irish Accountancy Awards 2025, an accolade that underlines his enduring influence on the profession and beyond.

Author: REUTERS

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde has called for decisive action to strengthen the euro’s global role. Political divisions, fragmented capital markets, and delays on joint debt and a digital euro threaten Europe’s ability to challenge the dollar and boost investor confidence.

Author: RNZ

Investor confidence in New Zealand has dropped to its lowest level in nearly five years amid global trade uncertainty and US tariffs. Concerns span domestic markets and international instability, though most investors remain committed to long-term strategies despite rising pessimism.

Author: Pinsent Masons

Proposed Central Bank of Ireland reforms could boost Ireland’s appeal for alternative lenders and private credit funds. Changes to the AIF Rulebook aim to harmonise EU loan origination rules, streamline fund financing, and provide greater flexibility in QIAIF governance and investor arrangements.

Author: DLA Piper

DLA Piper advised Rabobank and Siemens Financial Services on financing Monvallet, a 211 MW solar and BESS portfolio in County Louth. The EUR 65 million facility, with expansion potential, marks a milestone in Ireland’s renewable energy finance landscape.

Author: International Accounting Bulletin

Dublin’s MGI Ryan joins global audit network MGI Worldwide, expanding its international footprint. The move strengthens cross-border capabilities, reassures multinational clients of consistent standards, and positions the firm for strategic growth in audit, taxation, corporate finance, and corporate recovery services.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Accountants are increasingly recognised as stewards of trust, ethics, and sustainable development.

Author: Nile Post

Professional accountants in Uganda have been called upon to champion ethical standards, strengthen accountability, and drive sustainable operations across both public and private sectors.