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On 4 May 2018, the CBI published the 30th edition of its AIFMD Q&As. The update concerns Q&A 1083, covering loan originating QIAIFs ("LQIAIFs") and reporting obligations under the Credit Reporting Act

On 3 February 2026, European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority ("EIOPA") launched a public consultation (the "Consultation") on the supervisory statement on the authorisation and ongoing supervision of (re)insurance undertakings related to private equity ("PE") firms (the "Supervisory Statement").

The last 12 months has seen a continued trend towards more normalised M&A activity with both domestic and international buyers undertaking strategic acquisitions, including the acquisitions of Fyffes by...

A company can raise capital in a number of ways; for example, by private offers of shares for subscription, by borrowing or by using retained profits.

Following an extremely challenging year in 2009, with historically low levels of M&A activity, Ireland in 2010 showed a marked recovery despite issues remaining with financing and severe fiscal retrenchment.

The Central Bank of Ireland ("Central Bank") has updated its Fitness and Probity ("F&P") Standards ("Standards") and its GuidanceOpens in new window on F&P Standards ("Guidance").

M&A activity in Ireland proved extremely resilient in 2024 – particularly in terms of value. There were 499 reported deals over the course of the year, a 1% increase compared to 2023.

Dechert's submission to Ireland's Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment advocates for comprehensive reform of the Limited Partnerships Act 1907, proposing removal of the 20-partner limit, introduction of a statutory whitelist of permitted activities, and full recognition of the commitment and drawdown capital model to modernize Ireland's private fund structures and enhance competitiveness with global jurisdictions.

Business owners considering a sale in 2027 need to start preparing now to maximize value and control the exit process. From financial housekeeping and regulatory compliance to tax structuring and buyer selection, proper preparation determines whether sellers achieve optimal pricing and favorable terms. This comprehensive guide examines the current Irish M&A landscape and provides a practical roadmap for getting exit-ready.

If merger activity is an indicator of economic performance, any economic recovery being experienced in Ireland is slow and fragile.

There were 499 reported deals over the course of the year, a 1% increase compared to 2023. These transactions were collectively worth €27.5bn, a 115% rise compared to the previous 12 months.

The UCITS merger regime came into effect pursuant to Directive 2009/65/EC (the "UCITS Directive").

In October 2018, the IASB issued ‘Definition of a Business' making amendments to IFRS 3 ‘Business Combinations'.

The Screening of Third Country Transactions Bill 2022 (the "Bill") will, if enacted, "establish a screening mechanism for third country investment into Ireland for the first time".

2011 was a relatively good year for mergers and acquisitions in that the recovery shown in 2010 was maintained and the market remained ahead of the historically low levels of activity in 2009.

Over the years, Dillon Eustace has been involved in a significant number of UCITS mergers, both domestic and on a cross-border basis.

On 3 November 2025, Deputy Director, Consumer & Investor Protection, at the Central Bank of Ireland ("Central Bank"), Colm Kinkaid, delivered a speech ("Speech") at a Central Bank workshop ("Workshop")...