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The Revised Entrepreneur Relief regime is set for a significant enhancement from 1 January 2026, with the lifetime limit on qualifying gains increasing from €1 million to €1.5 million. Business owners considering a future exit should assess now whether they meet the conditions to benefit from this valuable Capital Gains Tax relief.
The Government has published the Research and Development Tax Credit and Innovation Compass, outlining Ireland’s medium term roadmap for strengthening innovation supports.
Irish funds delivering €1bn to midsize firms while venture capital funding fell in 2025 – for the first time in seven years.
While the Strawman reflects progress on alignment and modernisation, significant commercial and compliance concerns remain — particularly around deductibility tests, SME obligations and the treatment of non trading interest.
Did your company provide share-based remuneration to your employees during 2025? If so, employers are required to submit an annual return to the Irish Revenue Commissioners (Revenue) providing details of certain share awards in 2025.
For many influencers, social media starts as a hobby. A few gifted products here, a paid post there — and suddenly income is being generated without anyone quite realising that a taxable business has emerged.
The interaction between value added tax and transfer pricing often gives rise to conceptual tensions that become apparent when internal price adjustments are made at the end of a financial period.
Finance Act 2021 introduced a new form of land tax – the RZLT. The following commentary outlines the RZLT obligations for 2026.
Forvis Mazars is pleased to have provided financial and tax due diligence services to Induchem Group Ireland on its acquisition of MAAS Ltd.
This article highlights the key tax issues that commonly arise when planning a farm transfer or reorganisation.
The OECD announced the agreement found between the OECD/G20 members and the United States on the introduction of a new side-by-side deal and new Safe Harbours, which aim to ensure the perennity of Pillar 2 rules while simplifying their overall application to MNE.
Managing Partner Tom O’Brien sat down with Joe Brennan from The Irish Times to discuss his background, career, the market and growth ambitions for the Irish firm.
Tax partners Alan Murray and Stephen Gahan were featured for an article in a special issue of the Business Post focusing on Owner-managed Business on 1 February 2026.
The Forvis Mazars Tax team was part of a roundtable panel for the Irish Tax Monitor’s February 2026 issue. Below are their full answers on the evolution of BEPS and the global minimum tax, Ireland’s EU Presidency priorities, interest deductibility reform, withholding tax modernisation and the growing role of tax technology and AI.
Seven insights on achieving maximum value in a business sale
Forvis Mazars is delighted to have provided financial due diligence services to ORS on the acquisition of TWM.
Sustainability reporting requirements across Europe are evolving rapidly following changes to mandatory reporting thresholds introduced under the Omnibus I simplification package.
The following is a summary of an article from Sorcha Corcoran in Business Plus from 31 December 2025 featuring insights from John Bowe, Corporate Finance Partner at Forvis Mazars.
The R&D tax credit remains one of the most valuable incentives available to Irish companies – and from 2026, it becomes even more generous with the rate rising to 35%. But as the credit becomes more valuable, the scrutiny becomes more intense.
For companies claiming the Research & Development Tax Credit (RDTC), maintaining robust technical documentation is critical.
Forvis Mazars provided financial due diligence services to Erisbeg Private Equity on its recent investment in Forte Pespa.
From 1 January 2026, significant amendments to FRS 102 will change how Irish SMEs present their financial performance and position.
Forvis Mazars supported Medmark Occupational Healthcare on its acquisition of Blackwell Associates.
David Quinn and Cathal Sweeney talk to us about their journey from GAA changing room to Forvis Mazars boardroom.
Forvis Mazars is delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Irish Investor Awards.
On 4 September 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) delivered its judgment in Case C 726/23 (Arcomet Towercranes) concerning the VAT implications of transfer pricing (TP) adjustments.
Finance Bill 2025 announced changes to the definition of excepted assets which should provide clarity around succession planning for individuals from 1 January 2026.
As we approach the end of 2025, we have outlined some pre-year-end private client tax planning tips which one should bear in mind, including tax refunds, pension contributions, exemptions etc.
In August, Revenue launched its portal dedicated to the registration of companies for Pillar 2 and issued letters to entities, highlighting the coming requirements.
Changes to the territorial scope of Irish VAT groups
Our clients’ long-term sustainable development and growth is our top priority
Understanding local environments, issues and people is essential for us to help your business grow.
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