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Having staved off a recession, business in Northern Ireland 'is now playing at top table'
NORTHERN Ireland hasn't just staved off a recession, but has seen most of its key business indicators turn from red to green in the last three months.
Holywood agency responds to recruitment conundrum with launch of The Formula
HOLYWOOD-headquartered communications agency ASG & Partners has announced a major expansion across the UK and the Republic for its employer marketing division with the launch of The Formula.
Survey: Business conditions improved for Northern Ireland firms in first quarter
BUSINESSES conditions in the north improved in the first quarter of 2023, a new survey suggests.
Businesses in north 'can ride out any recession'
BUSINESS confidence remains low in Northern Ireland as firms demand support that requires both Executive-led decision-making but also a more proactive role from Westminster on fiscal issues around corporation tax, VAT and rates.
North's economy slowed in second quarter as cost challenges mount for businesses
THE north’s economy slowed in the second quarter of the year, as businesses reported mounting pressure from costs, a new survey has shown.
Survey: Two-thirds of businesses have now adapted to NI Protocol
TWO-in-three businesses have now adapted to the new trading arrangements under the Northern Ireland Protocol, a new survey suggests.
Prices to rise further as businesses respond to cash flow pressure
SEVERE cost pressures for Northern Ireland businesses is set to drive prices up further over the coming months, a new report suggests.
Surveys paint positive outlook... but then there's omicron
TWO separate business barometers point to improving trading conditions and confidence among Northern Ireland companies over the coming 12 months, with firms likely to increase sales and recruit more staff.
Cause for optimism as north's economy enjoys rebound
THE north's economy enjoyed a striking rebound in the second quarter of this year, with increased sales, plans for investment and strongly improving business confidence across the manufacturing and services sectors.
NI hospitality businesses burning through £1m a day during lockdown
THE north’s hospitality industry is burning through around £1 million a day to stay closed in lockdown, a leading business analyst has said.