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Technology
What leaders need to know about AI, resilience, and market risks in 2026
The 2026 technology landscape will be defined by accelerating AI adoption, heightened cyber-resilience expectations, and growing market volatility.
David Boosey, MHA Aaron Gallagher Feb 10, 2026
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Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences
2026 Might be the year life sciences goes preventive and AI-powered
As we look ahead to 2026, the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors are entering a period of rapid transformation.
David Boosey, MHA Feb 10, 2026
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Tax
Healthy Exchequer position meets uncertain global backdrop, and looming mid-year risks
The Exchequer enters 2026 in a very healthy place after another record year in 2025. Our view is it will be June at the earliest before any negativity might begin to show up.
Brendan Murphy Feb 4, 2026
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Transfer Pricing Services
From paper to app: EU among early leaders driving the global rise of eCarnets
ATA Carnets are entering a new digital era. With eCarnets being rolled out globally from 2026, businesses need to understand how the move from paper to app-based carnets will change international movements, and how to prepare.
Andrew Thurston Feb 4, 2026
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Merger and acquisitions in Ireland: What to expect in 2026 and beyond
As businesses look ahead to the next 12 months, Ireland’s merger and acquisition (M&A) landscape is gearing up for a period of steady, and in some sectors, significant activity. A mix of improved tax incentives, global market dynamics, political shifts and a surge in private equity competition is shaping the way deals are being initiated and completed.
Brendan Murphy Jan 23, 2026
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Payroll
Updated exemption standards for MyFutureFund: What employers need to know
With the launch of MyFutureFund, updated regulations now set clear exemption standards for employers with occupational pension schemes. These standards ensure benefits are at least equivalent to MyFutureFund’s introductory rates.
Aisling Moriarty Jan 15, 2026
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Sustainability & ESG
Sustainability rollbacks: Budget 2026, Omnibus, and Ireland’s role in EU sustainability
EU sustainability rules are shifting in 2026, with major rollbacks reshaping expectations for transparency and ESG reporting. For Ireland, Budget 2026 outlines a commitment of €1.1 billion to support its long term climate ambitions.
Brendan Kean Jan 14, 2026
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Sustainability & ESG
The EU sustainability compliance and reporting rollbacks. Are they moving things forward?
Where are we when it comes to sustainability? European Union aimed to be climate-neutral by 2050, but only a few years later the Omnibus Simplification Package was published.
Brendan Kean Jan 13, 2026
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Tax
Ireland Tax Refresher - Issue 6
In the ever-evolving world of taxation, staying informed and prepared is paramount. We are pleased to present Tax Refresher, our bi-monthly newsletter designed specifically for large corporate and international businesses, to keep you updated on the latest developments and challenges in the tax landscape.
Brendan Murphy Jan 8, 2026
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Tax
Record corporate tax receipts for 2025
December is a very interesting month to allow us to see the final annual results in comparison to prior year. 2025 tax collections hit a new record for the 5th year in a row. Interestingly the biggest year on year % increases came from the capital taxes of CGT and CAT.
Brendan Murphy Jan 7, 2026
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Customs and Excise Duty
EU announces major customs update: €3 duty on low-value e-commerce imports starting July 2026
EU Member States reached a key agreement on December 12, 2025, to overhaul customs rules for e-commerce parcels. Starting July 1, 2026, all parcels entering the EU valued at €150 or less will incur a flat €3 customs duty per item.
Andrew Thurston Jan 2, 2026
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