Pat Lardner Discusses the Future of Saving and Investing in Ireland on Newstalk

Today, our CEO, Pat Lardner, joined Joe Lynam on Breakfast Business on Newstalk to discuss the future of saving and investing in Ireland, and Ireland’s evolving role in the global investment landscape.

Strengthening Financial Literacy and Investor Confidence

During the interview, Pat highlighted that Irish households continue to hold significant levels of cash on deposit. He emphasised the importance of improving financial literacy, building confidence in investing, and ensuring that policy discussions translate into clear, practical outcomes for consumers.

Enhancing Ireland’s Investment Environment

Pat highlighted the increasing focus on making Ireland a more attractive environment for investment and on maintaining the country’s position as a leading European and global hub for investment funds.

Key Themes

Key themes included competitiveness, diversification, and Ireland’s strategic role within the EU—factors that are essential to strengthening household financial resilience, supporting economic growth, and enhancing Ireland’s international position.

Listen to the full interview.