The Business

Donald Trump, always quick to spot an opportunity, has been selling a surprising range of merchandise lately, from sneakers to watches—raising eyebrows and cash. With just 30 days until one of the most crucial U.S. elections in generations, Gina London examines whether the American public is buying what Trump is selling.

On Monday, it will be two years since the Creeslough explosion in Co. Donegal, which devastated a close-knit community. Our first guest, Jason Black, survived that day, though his cousin Martina Martin did not. A business owner and mountaineer, Jason has conquered K2 and Everest. Richard visited him at his Donegal home earlier this week.

Julie O’Neill's career has spanned from the corridors of Leinster House to Chairperson of one of Ireland’s largest banks, with a stop on the board of Ryanair.

From the global impact on businesses due to the Middle East conflict to the personal toll of the invasion of Lebanon on Lebanese people here, our reporter Siofra Mulqueen speaks with business owners whose hearts are elsewhere this week.

Laura Kennedy joins the program to discuss the identity labels which shape our lives.

Minister for Finance Jack Chambers is finalizing Budget 2025, which promises funding for thousands of social and affordable homes. With the Opposition also pledging big money for housing in the upcoming General Election, the question remains: will increased exchequer funds solve the housing crisis? John Fitzgerald of the ESRI joins us to discuss.

As international conflicts become more frequent, geopolitics is increasingly a critical risk factor for businesses. Joining me to discuss this is Professor Christopher Hartwell, Head of the International Management Institute, Switzerland, and an expert in global business risk.

Marr vs. Morrissey: the ongoing cold war between the stars of The Smiths continues.

One of the most iconic brands of the past century, Tupperware, has filed for bankruptcy after years of declining sales. Writer and comedian Justine Stafford shares her fresh take on Tupperware's demise.

Can you create your own serendipity, sparking moments of luck through mindset or chance encounters? Siofra Mulqueen investigates.