In 2024, there were 23,384 start-up formations which at the time was a record high. According to the company, start-ups in the agriculture sector increased by 38%, while the IT sector saw a 29% increase, and construction saw an 18% increase. CRIFVision-Net managing director Christine Cullen said the start-up numbers in 2025 demonstrate “remarkable resilience and entrepreneurial ambition across Ireland” and “also underscores the importance of supporting established businesses facing rising costs and tighter credit conditions”. Commercial judgmentsWhile the number of start-up formations recorded during the year was strong, there was also a sharp rise in the number of commercial judgments. The company said this trend indicates that more businesses are struggling to meet payment commitments, forcing creditors to seek legal recourse.

Source: Irish Examiner January 19, 2026 00:07 UTC