While global mergers and acquisitions have slowed under the weight of mounting geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, Ireland appears to be bucking the trend. According to analysis from Irish private-equity firm Renatus, domestic deal-making has not only remained resilient — but is gaining momentum. Deal activity jumped 18 per cent year-on-year over the first half of 2025, with 244 deals recorded. This represents the strongest H1 on record since Renatus began recording deal activity.  The activity is being driven by rapid consolidation in financial services, with accountancy, insurance and wealth management firms merging at pace.  Names like Howden, Arachas, and…

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