US Big Read: Could ‘hilbilly Palm Beach’ provide the setting for Alex Jones’ second act?The notorious conspiracy theorist has bought land outside the ghost town of Terlingua in west Texas, as his unlikely comeback continues
Hospitality ‘We’re now serving our first customers’ kids’: Erik and Michelle Robson on 25 years of Ely Wine BarThe couple who shook up the Irish wine scene with Ely in 1999 are looking to the future with their outlets in Dublin and Kildare
Making it Work Harley and Marley hoping fish-based pet food will go down a treat on the continentThe Sandyford-based company says Ireland is the perfect test bed before its major expansion into Europe
Explainer Explainer: What are AT1 bonds and are they in trouble? AIB raised €625 million in additional tier one bonds this week as the notes’ future is being discussed on the global stage
ESG ESG Newsletter: Will an ad-ban make fossil fuels go the way of tobacco?The ESG newsletter at the Business Post is your source for the news that matters in environmental, social and governance, all told from an Irish perspective
Agribusiness Supermarkets may be fined up to €10m for breaching supplier rules, new food regulator warnsNiamh Lenehan, chief executive of the An Rialálaí Agraibhia, said powerful retailers must take new rules to protect small food suppliers seriously
Explainer Explainer: Everything SMEs need to know about costs grant before May deadlineFirms have until Wednesday next week to apply for the Increased Cost of Business grant, which is worth up to €5,000
Construction Meet the developers converting offices into apartments for €300k per homeA new report by the Housing Agency into commercial-to-residential conversions has shown developers can make large savings
UK What would Labour’s ‘progressive’ foreign policy mean for Ireland?Labour is touting an ‘ethical’ foreign policy with closer ties to the EU, and Ireland in particular
Tax Firms make push for PRSI rebate scheme to offset rising costsSimon Harris has created an expectation among business owners that a significant support package is on the way this summer
Tax ‘The chuckle brothers act can’t last’: Coalition partners hone in on tax in bid to reclaim political groundFine Gael and Fianna Fáil both working up separate party manifestos on tax measures as budget nears
EU Simon Harris’s first EU summit turns into bunfight over tax, subsidies and sovereigntyA barney over tax and supervision overtook a summit that should have been short and sweet
Commercial Property Analysis: Why investors are ferociously fighting it out to buy Ireland’s luxury hotelsInvestors clearly see five-star hotels as safe bets, even in the face of rampant global inflation
Personal Finance Flight risk: ten tips to get the best travel insurance this summer From checking excesses to ensuring a good level of cover, here are the factors to keep in mind when taking out a policy for your next trip
Making it Work Fast-growing Mayo firm Skillko aims to double revenues this year The company, which is backed by Enterprise Ireland, has benefited from word- of-mouth endorsements from existing clients
Making it Work Waterford firm Milis sniffs out an opening with nature-friendly candlesThe business asked the public for input into its wide array of fragrances
Making it Work Skincare brand Nunaïa aims to close funding round to help boost growthFounder Nicola Connolly’s experience of living and working abroad helped to inform he business outlook
Letter from London Dominic McGrath: Just when you think the Tories can’t get any more unpopular, Liz Truss returns The former prime minister is enjoying a lot of airtime promoting her new book, much to the chagrin of her former Conservative colleagues
Explainer What is the Capital Markets Union? EU’s plan to attract investment explained The EU is seeking a cash pile to fund its growth - but the road to establishing a united strategy on raising capital has not been smooth sailing
Regulation Expert view: All you need to know about the Central Bank’s new rules for top executivesSenior leaders at KPMG explained how firms can ensure they are compliant with the Central Bank’s individual accountability rules – and why concerns about the competitiveness of financial services in Ireland are real