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Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

Insights into the pharmacy sector’s transactions, valuations, market dynamics, and labour considerations.

Is your pharmacy business at the heart of your long-term investment or retirement plans? Some forethought can ensure that all goes to plan and investment return is maximised for your future.

Selling a pharmacy is a major decision that demands careful planning – especially when it comes to tax. Whether you’re exiting soon or just exploring options, here’s how to maximise your sale.

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

As storms battered and hundreds of thousands went without power, the first month of the year brought with it much to think about. Here are some of the best lessons we learned in January.

Socialising, Christmas trees and end-of-year panic be gone – December is (thankfully) behind us. But, it wasn’t without its lessons. Here’s what we learned in those 31 festive days..

As storms battered and elections raged, the penultimate month of the year brought with it much to think about. Here are some of the best lessons we learned.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

Know your worth: Due diligence before a sale is non-negotiable, Corporate Finance Partner, Noel Winters explains why.

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

Find out more about the Power Up grant designed to support businesses in the hospitality, retail, and beauty sectors. Jennifer Power explains.

From “they’re eating the dogs…” to a juicy Apple tax bill, this wet and wild month has brought in a number of big news stories. Here’s our pick of the best.

We’ve condensed all you need to know about Jack Chambers’s Budget 2025 into our Fitzgerald Power overview. Read and Download our review here.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

From brat summer to Chris Martin busking in Dún Laoghaire, the month of August has brought in several big news stories. Here’s the best of the bunch.

In a move hailed as “really important,” Ireland-based GPs are set to benefit from a lightening of the load thanks to a new common conditions service allowing pharmacists to prescribe for an initial list of eight conditions.

‘This is how change happens, one person, one gesture, one moment at a time’. We unveil our newest sponsored artwork by Irish artist Zippy.

We’ve sponsored a wall! A Waterford Wall specifically, as part of the Waterford Walls festival.

From Brat summer to chaos in the Oval Office, this wet and wild month has brought in a number of big news stories. Here’s the best of the bunch.

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

New governmental appointments, rain-filled sunny afternoons and festivals – must be an Irish summer. Join us in reflecting on the month of June and what we learned.

Insights into the pharmacy sector’s transactions, valuations, market dynamics, and labour considerations.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

Elections, sunshine and the smell of suncream – it must be an Irish summer. Join us in reflecting on the month that was and what we learned in the interim

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

In the past 2 years, SME business costs surged, with a challenging outlook. Explore key issues & remedies in our white paper.

May and Irish summertime is here! Now let’s reflect on the month that was and see what lessons we’ve learned from the biggest stories in April.

What is a Virtual Data Room (VDR), and why is it often considered an unsung hero in data security? Noel Winters, Corporate Finance Partner, explains its significance.

Electric Vehicles are on the slow in Ireland and abroad – here’s why.

Electric cars have come to play a central role in the Irish Government’s Climate Action Plan. How do I know what vehicles are eligible for a grant? Fitzgerald Power explains.

Okay, spring has actually sprung this time. Not that fake spring we seem to get in February. And while we enjoy some daylight savings, let’s reflect on March.

Exploring the most popular personality test in the world – the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). So what is MBTI and how can it help you?

AI deepfakes are tricking facial recognition programs by imitating people’s ID images. How do you protect yourself?

We pass the mic to the younger female cohort of the Fitzgerald Power office, to credit the women who allow them to look forward.

Spring has sprung! Thank goodness for that. While we bask in some extra sunlight, join us in reflecting on the month of February and what we learned in the interim.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

No stranger to bold claims, Elon Musk – who has previously claimed to have plans to colonise Mars – has launched a trial that saw the world’s first wireless brain chip inserted into a human. So, what does this mean?

Benchmarking is oftentimes dismissed by the entrepreneurial community as a symptom of large company conservatism, the good reasons for the practice far outweigh the bad. Johnny O’Sullivan writes.

The obesity epidemic has fuelled unprecedented demand for weight-loss solutions, propelling the obesity drug market into a rapidly growing sector. Among the new entrants in this arena is Danish biotech group Zealand Pharma, who are set to challenge industry giants with an innovative approach.

As brightness finally returns and we enjoyed our newest bank holiday, please join us in reflecting on the month that was – warts and all.

Mary Drought, FP Tax Manager, delves into three key aspects of the tax policy changes from Budget ’24, and provides insights on how to navigate them successfully.

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

As the festive season reared its tinselled head, several appropriately juicy news stories filled the news. Join us in reflecting on the month that was, and sharing what we’ve learned.

As storms raged and The Crown dropped the first draft of its final season, a number of appropriately juicy news stories filled the news. We reflect on the month that was and share what we’ve learned.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

While influencer marketing offers benefits, brands must carefully assess the risks and choose influencers who genuinely reflect their values and maintain authenticity. Our summer intern Nikita Dolan wrote about it here.

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

As the weather turned wet and wonderful this October, a number of appropriately juicy news stories filled the media. We reflect on the month that was and share what we’ve learned.

Why is sport attracting so much investment now, and can the market for sports investment keep growing? Listen to this Noa Series to learn more.

Meet Alex Senna from Waterford Walls, the artist bringing our sponsorship to life.

We’ve condensed all you need to know about Michael McGrath’s Budget 2024 into our Fitzgerald Power overview. Read and Download our review here.

A pushback against ESG is developing in the US and beyond, and for business leaders, this changing sentiment poses a dilemma. Is it time to rethink ESG?

September provided a number of appropriately juicy news stories. Join us in reflecting on the month that was and sharing what we’ve learned.

In any realm that showcases human endeavour, be it in business, art, or sport, performance is often hampered by internal obstacles. Tom Fitzgerald, FP Summer Intern, writes.

Although August appeared dull and uninteresting on the outside, the news that came from it provided a number of thinking points. Join us in looking back on the month that was.

As the consequences of falling real estate prices and debt defaults play out, we’ll take a look at the breadth and depth of the problems in the commercial real estate market.

CFO Georgina Carpendale, breaks down the origins of equal pay, the reporting requirements of the Gender Pay Gap and the areas of improvement most firms are missing out on. How does your business fare?

Struggling with business energy costs? Learn how your business can claim payment against energy costs with the updated Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

Two Fitzgerald Power interns discover the transferable skills between sport and business. Read more about their insights here.

The film’s explicit message tells women in the workforce that they are enough. All that’s left is to believe it. Our summer intern Nikita Dolan wrote about it here.

Market Pulse is an analysis of the key trends in the SME sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis. Check it out here.

Ever wonder what it might be like to work with us? Wonder no more—our TY intern-cum-summer intern Cameron Kent wrote about it here.

This month I worked with the Noa (News Over Audio) editorial team to curate this interesting Series where we consider how to get the most out of hybrid working.

July provided a number of appropriately juicy news stories. Join us in looking back on the month that was and sharing what we’ve learned.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

Revenue-Approved Share Schemes provide an effective way of offering tax savings to employees in addition to encouraging employee participation and loyalty – find out more.

Exciting times at Fitzgerald Power! We continue to grow, and to support our expansion plans, we are hiring an Office Manager to join the FP team.

It’s midsummer! We’re going to look back on the month that was and share what we’ve learned from some of the biggest stories in business news.

AI could unleash a staggering $15.7 trillion surge in global economic output by 2030 according to consultants PwC. That’s nearly as much as the GDP of China. Find out more.

Market Pulse is an expert-led, up-to-date analysis of the Irish SME sector as well as global economic activity.

My move from a Big Four firm to Fitzgerald Power has been the best decision on both a career and personal level – Rebecca Duggan. Read about my journey so far.

As Leaving Certificate weather creeps in and brings us a little more sunshine, we’ve decided to look back on the month that was – and share what we’ve learned from some of the biggest stories in business news.

In 2022, EY unveiled a bold plan to separate its consulting and accountancy arms. However, one year later, the plan unraveled as EY’s 13,000 partners failed to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Find out why.

Making space for art in corporate spaces – Spanish street artist David Maker thinks you should never forget where you come from.

On the 3rd of May 2023, I attended The Real Deal Conference in Goffs, Co. Kildare. The event was organised by Fitzgerald Power and Renatus. Read about my experience here.

Summer is here! We’ve decided to look back on the month that was–and share what we’ve learned from some of the biggest stories in business news.

New York dominates as the top destination for IPOs, capturing $24bn of foreign listings in 2022, eight times more than London and Hong Kong combined. Listen to the latest Noa Series here to understand why.

Fitzgerald Power are hiring a Corporate Finance Senior to join our Corporate Finance team to support our growing organisation and help drive our ambitious expansion plans.

As the clocks spring forward and we’re faced with the idea of actually having an Irish Summertime, we’ve decided to look back on the month that was–and share what we’ve learned from some of the biggest stories in business news.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.

The latest Noa Series is about Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and how it’s uniqueness ended up being the thing that killed it. Listen here to understand the events that led to the second largest bank failure in US history.

Our Partner, Catriona Threadgold, wrote an interesting piece on a very important topic in the Waterford News. Have a read below.

As March creeps in with the promise of brighter evenings, spring lambs and Paddy’s Day green pints, we reflect on what we’ve learned from the previous 30 Days.

This month’s Noa Series touches on a subject I feel is absolutely essential when purchasing or investing in companies – ‘Due Diligence’. Have a listen here FREE & UNGATED.

Market Pulse is an expert-led, up-to-date analysis of the Irish SME sector as well as global economic activity.

As February creeps in and brings us a little more light, we’ve decided to look back on the month that was – and share what we’ve learned from some of the biggest stories in business news.

Every month, I will be working with the Noa editorial team to curate a Series of topics I feel you will enjoy. This month: Why 2023 Could Be the Year of AI.

Fitzgerald Power’s COO and expert in pharmacy transactions, Noel Winters’ 20+ years of experience in turnover stabilisation and growth, profit performance and cashflow maintenance is here to help.

We’ve decided to partner with Noa, an app keen to deliver the world’s best audio journalism from some of the world’s most trusted publishers. This partnership is going to provide our clients with something different, interesting, useful & engaging.

Johnny O’Sullivan, our Senior Manager – Corporate Finance recently read Your Oxygen Mask First, the book written to help guide high-level leaders to achieve the successful balance of a great business, and a great life. Here are his thoughts.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis

It’s an exciting time at Fitzgerald Power, and to support our growing organisation and help drive our ambitious expansion plans, we are hiring a Semi Senior Accountant to join our Pharmacy Division team.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish SME sector.

Heard the buzz about Revenue-Based Financing (RBF)? Everything you need to know about the system used by ClearCo, Capchase and Wayflyer. Including the catch.

How to control a media shitstorm! Here are our three easy steps.

Why can’t a service-based industry dive into out-of-the-box thinking? Fitzgerald Power has with our street-art collaboration with Waterford Walls

We are looking for an experienced Tax Partner to join our team.

A must-read for anyone overcomplicating their business strategies by Jennifer Power Senior Manager at Fitzgerald Power.

Read our review of Budget 2023, the “Cost of Living Budget ”, where we highlight how this impacts you.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector.

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish SME sector.