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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Late payment interest rate rises to 10.40% from 1 July 2026
The statutory late payment interest rate on business invoices rose to 10.40% a year from 1 July 2026. How it is worked out and how your company can claim it.
Published 3 July 2026
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Hospitality VAT cut to 9%: what it means for cash flow
Hospitality VAT fell to 9% on 1 July 2026 for restaurant, catering and hot takeaway food, while hotel rooms stay at 13.5%. What it means for your cash flow.
Published 2 July 2026
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Revised Consumer Protection Code: what small companies gain
The Central Bank's revised Consumer Protection Code took effect on 24 March 2026 and covers companies with turnover of €5m or less. What it means when you borrow.
Published 26 March 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 We do not publish client stories or invented examples presented as real.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.