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Welcome to the Idea Space. This is where we share monthly updates on what we’ve been thinking about and learning. Each month we focus on a specific topic to sink our teeth into, exploring some of the perks and the pitfalls of modern business.

Lessons from the month of September

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.
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Budget Report 2025

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.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q2 2024

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

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.
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Pharmacies will be able to prescribe medicines for eight illnesses next year

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.
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Waterford Walls – Fitzgerald Power Office Carpark Installation

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

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

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q2 2024

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.
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Lessons from the month of June

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.
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Irish Pharmacy Sector M&A Review 2023 – White Paper

Insights into the pharmacy sector’s transactions, valuations, market dynamics, and labour considerations.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q1 2024

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

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
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Market Pulse Report Q1 2024

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.
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Navigating The Storm: Challenges & Solutions For Irish SMEs – White Paper

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

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.
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The Crucial Role of Virtual Data Rooms in Business Operations

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.
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Have Electric Vehicles Lost Their Spark?

Electric Vehicles are on the slow in Ireland and abroad – here’s why.
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Benefit-In-Kind on Electric Cars

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.
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Lessons from the month of March

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.
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Myers-Briggs Typology and Your Career. By Nikita Dolan: BA (Accounting), SETU

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?
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How AI Is Supercharging Financial Fraud–And Making It Harder To Spot

On at least 20 occasions, AI deepfakes have been used to trick facial recognition programs by imitating the people pictured on the identity cards, according to police. Here’s what you need to do to protect yourself and your business.
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The Young Women of Fitzgerald Power on The Women Who Inspire Them

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

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.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q4 2023

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.
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Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chip: what is it, and what’s next?

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?
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The Importance of Benchmarking

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.
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Zealand Pharma Takes on Giants in the Booming Obesity Drug Market

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.
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Lessons from the month of January

As brightness finally returns and we enjoyed our newest bank holiday, please join us in reflecting on the month that was – warts and all.
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Navigating Ireland’s Tax Policy Changes – Budget 2024

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q4 2023

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.
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Lessons from the month of December

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.
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Lessons from the month of November

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.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q3 2023

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.
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The Influencer Equation: Balancing Rewards & Risks for Brands. By Nikita Dolan: BA (Accounting), SETU

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q3 2023

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.
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Lessons from the month of October

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for October

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.
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Meet Alex Senna from Waterford Walls

Meet Alex Senna from Waterford Walls, the artist bringing our sponsorship to life.
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Budget Report 2024

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for September

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?
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Lessons from the month of September

September provided a number of appropriately juicy news stories. Join us in reflecting on the month that was and sharing what we’ve learned.
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The Key to Peak Performance, in Work and Sport, by Tom Fitzgerald: BBS (Accounting), SETU

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.
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Lessons from the month of August

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for August

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.
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A Guide to Gender Pay Gap Reporting

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?
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The Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS) – How it can help you

Struggling with business energy costs? Learn how your business can claim payment against energy costs with the updated Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q2 2023

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.
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Why Succeeding in Sport Can Help Your Business Model, by Daniel Fenlon: BA (Accounting), SETU

Two Fitzgerald Power interns discover the transferable skills between sport and business. Read more about their insights here.
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What Can Barbie Teach Us About Work? By Nikita Dolan: BA (Accounting), SETU

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q2 2023

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.
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My experience as a Fitzgerald Power intern, by Cameron Kent: BA (Accounting), SETU

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for July

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.
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Lessons from the month of July

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.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q1 2023

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.
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What Are Revenue-Approved Share Schemes?

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.
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We Are Looking For An Office Manager

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.
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Lessons from the month of June

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for June

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q1 2023

Market Pulse is an expert-led, up-to-date analysis of the Irish SME sector as well as global economic activity.
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How I Got My Job: From PwC to Fitzgerald Power

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.
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Lessons from the month of May

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for May

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.
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Writing On The Wall: A Chat With David Maker, The Muralist Who Designed For Fitzgerald Power

Making space for art in corporate spaces – Spanish street artist David Maker thinks you should never forget where you come from.
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My Experience at The Real Deal – Aoife Dullaghan

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.
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Lessons from the month of April

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for April

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.
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We Are Looking For A Corporate Finance Senior

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.
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Lessons from the month of March

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.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q4 2022

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis.
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Listen: My Noa Series for March

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.
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Gender Equality

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

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for February

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q4 2022

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

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.
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Listen: My Noa Series for January

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.
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An Expert’s Guide: Stepping onto the Pharmacy Ownership Ladder

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.
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Adding Value Always-Fitzgerald Power Partners With Noa

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.
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Your Oxygen Mask First: 17 Habits to Help High Achievers Survive & Thrive in Leadership & Life

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.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q3 2022

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector, prepared by Fitzgerald Power on a quarterly basis
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We Are Looking For A Semi Senior Accountant

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.
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Market Pulse Report Q3 2022

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish SME sector.
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The Skinny On Revenue-Based Financing Solutions

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.
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Ground Control To Major Musk

How to control a media shitstorm! Here are our three easy steps.
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The Importance Of Unleashing Creativity & Innovation In Your Team

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
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We Are Looking For A Tax Partner

We are looking for an experienced Tax Partner to join our team.
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A Business Bible For The Scrappy Millennial.

A must-read for anyone overcomplicating their business strategies by Jennifer Power Senior Manager at Fitzgerald Power.
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Budget Report 2023

Read our review of Budget 2023, the “Cost of Living Budget ”, where we highlight how this impacts you.
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Pharmacy Pulse Report Q2 2022

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish Community Pharmacy sector.
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Market Pulse Report Q2 2022

Analysis of the key trends in the Irish SME sector.
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