Goodbody Stockbrokers has upgraded its growth forecasts for the Irish economy on the back of stronger-than-expected consumer spending while warning of potentially “softer FDI (foreign direct investment) trends”. Eoin Burke-Kennedy has read the report.

Aviva Investors has partnered with Irish renewable energy infrastructure firm Astatine on an €800 million energy transition platform. Hugh Dooley reports.

The introduction of work/life balance legislation last year has had little impact on the number of people working remotely, according to Ibec’s latest Workplace Trends Report. Fewer companies are concerned about the challenge of recruiting for on-site roles and there have been increased requirements for existing staff to attend the office. Emmet Malone has the story.