Business finance news for Irish companies
Short, dated updates on the changes that affect how Irish limited companies borrow and manage cash flow, from Budget measures and SBCI schemes to Central Bank lending data. Every post links to its official sources.
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R&D tax credit at 35%: what changes for Irish companies
The R&D tax credit rises to 35% for most accounting periods ending from 31 December 2026, and Budget 2027 proposes a €105,000 first instalment. What it means.
Published 20 October 2026
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Credit Review Act 2026: what has changed for company borrowers
The Credit Review Act 2026 put credit review of bank lending decisions on a new statutory footing. What changed, what stayed the same, and how companies apply.
Published 20 October 2026
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SME lending rates rise to 5.59%: Central Bank Q2 2026 figures
SME lending rates in Ireland rose to 5.59% in Q2 2026, Central Bank figures published on 15 October 2026 show. What the rise means for Irish limited companies.
Published 16 October 2026
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GSLS doubled to €1 billion: what changes for Irish companies
On 12 October 2026 the GSLS, the SBCI Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme, doubled to €1 billion and was extended to June 2029. What changes and how to apply.
Published 13 October 2026
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Auto-enrolment and minimum wage 2026: payroll cash flow
MyFutureFund auto-enrolment began on 1 January 2026 and the minimum wage rose to €14.15, with €14.94 due in 2027. What it means for your payroll costs.
Published 8 October 2026
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Budget 2027: what it means for company finance
Budget 2027 was announced on 6 October 2026. What the PRSI, minimum wage, R&D, preliminary tax and fuel changes mean for Irish limited companies' cash flow.
Published 8 October 2026
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SEAI business solar grant rises to 45%: 6 October 2026 to 6 July 2027
The SEAI business solar grant is an effective 45% of cost for new applications from 6 October 2026 to 6 July 2027. The rules, timing and how to fund the gap.
Published 7 October 2026
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Diesel rebate after 30 September 2026: what hauliers need to know
Revenue lists the maximum diesel rebate at 7.5c a litre from 1 October 2026, down from 12c, while Government says the enhanced scheme runs to December 2026.
Published 2 October 2026
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Invoice finance statistics: BPFI figures for Q1 2026
Invoice finance statistics for Ireland: BPFI’s Q1 2026 report shows over €1.3bn advanced to 1,351 businesses at end-March and debtor days down to 43.
Published 18 August 2026
Questions about our blog
What does the Welcome Finance blog cover?
News that affects how Irish limited companies borrow and manage cash flow: Budget measures, Central Bank lending figures, SBCI scheme changes, Revenue and tax updates, late payment interest rates, SEAI grants and changes to rules such as the Consumer Protection Code. Each post explains what changed, when, and what it means for your company.
How is the blog different from your guides?
Blog posts report a specific change or new figure, such as a new rate or scheme, and link to the relevant guides. Guides are longer, evergreen explainers on a topic, such as personal guarantees or invoice finance, which we keep up to date as rules change.
Are blog posts kept up to date?
Blog posts are dated and reflect the position on the date they were published or reviewed. When rules or figures move on, we update the related guides and may add a note or a new post. Always check the date and the sources listed at the end of each post.
Where do the facts in your blog posts come from?
From the original announcement or data: Revenue, the Central Bank of Ireland, the Department of Finance, the SBCI, BPFI, the CSO, SEAI and other official sources. Each post lists its sources and when they were checked. We do not publish client stories or invented examples presented as real.
Is anything on the blog financial advice?
No. Blog posts are general information about business finance news in Ireland, not financial, tax or legal advice. Talk to your accountant about how a change affects your company, and read any lender’s terms before you sign. Each post links to the official source so you can check the detail yourself.