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Top 6 Financial Reports Every Irish SME Owner Should Review Monthly
At KAAS we know running a successful SME in Ireland requires more than strong sales and good intentions. Clear, consistent financial oversight is essential. Reviewing the right reports each month allows business owners to spot issues early, protect margins and make informed decisions. Here are six key financial reports every Irish SME owner should examine regularly.…
Read MoreThe Top 5 VAT Mistakes Irish SMEs Are Still Making
We regularly see how small VAT errors can lead to unnecessary stress, penalties and cash flow pressure for Irish SMEs. VAT remains one of the most closely monitored taxes by Revenue, and even unintentional mistakes can trigger costly consequences. In 2026, strong VAT compliance is more important than ever. Here are five common mistakes businesses…
Read MoreTop 7 Tax Planning Moves Irish SMEs Should Make in 2026
We believe that proactive tax planning is one of the most powerful tools available to Irish SME owners. In 2026, with ongoing economic shifts and increased Revenue scrutiny, taking early action can protect profits and strengthen long term stability. Here are seven practical tax planning moves every SME should consider this year. 1. Review Your…
Read MoreNumbers That Matter: How to Use Financial KPIs to Drive Real Business Growth
At KAAS we know in a world full of data, business owners are surrounded by numbers. Yet not all figures carry equal weight. To grow sustainably, you need to focus on the financial key performance indicators (KPIs) that truly matter. These are the metrics that reveal how efficiently your business operates, how healthy your cash…
Read MorePersonal Loan Borrowing Reaches New Quarterly High in Ireland
Personal loan activity in Ireland reached a new quarterly peak last year, driven by strong demand for car finance, home improvement projects, and green lending, according to the latest figures from Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. The data shows that total personal loan values rose by 15.7% to €776 million, while loan volumes increased by…
Read MoreBitcoin Recovers from Recent Lows as Market Volatility Eases
Bitcoin staged a partial recovery after briefly testing the $60,000 level, rebounding from its weakest point in more than a year as pressure across global financial markets showed early signs of easing. The world’s largest cryptocurrency had fallen sharply earlier in the session, sliding by around 5% to just above $60,000. It later recovered, rising…
Read MoreScam Advertising on Social Media Costs Irish Consumers Millions Each Year
Social media platforms generated an estimated €32 million last year from scam advertisements aimed at consumers in Ireland, according to new research commissioned by online banking platform Revolut and carried out by Juniper Research. The study highlights the scale of financial harm linked to fraudulent advertising on major social media channels. In the Irish market,…
Read MoreThe Cost of Standing Still: Why Continuous Financial Review Drives Performance
At KAAS we know in business, success rarely comes from standing still. Markets change, customer behaviour evolves, and costs fluctuate. Yet many companies make the mistake of treating financial review as a once-a-year exercise. This static approach leaves them vulnerable to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and cash flow surprises. Continuous financial review, on the other hand,…
Read MoreECB Holds Interest Rates Steady as Inflation Outlook Remains Intact
The European Central Bank has opted to keep interest rates unchanged, a move that was widely anticipated by markets, while signalling that recent currency movements have not altered its medium-term policy outlook. Having paused its policy easing cycle in June after a year of rate reductions, the ECB now finds itself in a more comfortable…
Read MorePersonal Loan Lending Reaches New Quarterly Peak, Driven by Car and Green Finance Demand
Personal lending activity in Ireland continued its strong upward trend last year, with new figures showing record levels of borrowing across car finance, home improvements and environmentally focused loans. Data from the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland indicates that personal loan drawdowns rose sharply in the third quarter, with total values increasing by 15.7 percent…
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