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Survey signals upbeat outlook for travel sector in 2026

February 03, 2026

A new industry survey suggests a confident outlook for Ireland’s travel sector heading into 2026, underpinned by strong profitability and rising revenues across much of the industry. According to the latest Annual Industry Barometer from the Irish Travel Agents Association, 86% of respondents reported that their business made a profit last year. Nearly half of […]

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Manufacturing growth remains modest despite rising confidence

February 03, 2026

Growth across Ireland’s manufacturing sector remained relatively subdued last month, according to the latest Purchasing Managers Index published by AIB. While activity continued to expand, the pace of improvement softened compared with December, reflecting weaker gains in both production and new orders. The survey highlighted subdued export demand and caution among clients, driven by ongoing […]

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Gold and silver rebound after sharp sell-off

February 03, 2026

Gold and silver prices moved higher today, recovering some ground after suffering their steepest two-day decline in decades. The recent volatility followed the nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the US Federal Reserve and an increase in margin requirements by the CME Group, both of which cooled a rally that had pushed […]

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From Compliance to Confidence: Using Financial Reporting to Drive Better Decisions

January 29, 2026

At John P Burke we know for many businesses, financial reporting is viewed as a compliance exercise. It is something that must be done for tax purposes or regulatory requirements. However, when used s…

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Unlocking Profit Potential: How to Benchmark Your Business for Success

January 19, 2026

At John P Burke we know every business owner wants to improve performance and increase profitability, but without clear comparisons, it is difficult to know how well your business is really doing. Ben…

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The Business Impact of Rising Interest Rates: How to Stay One Step Ahead

January 19, 2026

At John P Burke we know rising interest rates can have a ripple effect across every part of a business. From loan repayments and cash flow to customer demand and investment decisions, higher rates cha…

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