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Global trade

Trade forms the backbone of the world’s economies, spurring investment, job creation, economic growth, and raising standards of living.

Global trade is being increasingly disrupted as tariff tensions, political unpredictability, protectionist policies and regulatory uncertainty challenge established business models and trade relationships.

The resulting inefficiencies were challenging when the trade environment was stable. But in our increasingly volatile times with COVID-19, Brexit as well as trade and political tensions at both local and global levels, the stakes are far higher.

Now should be a breakthrough era for international trade, as technological advances are making new forms of business possible, built on a foundation of data and insight. EY professionals can help you build an integrated approach by:

  • Shaping responses to changing global tariffs and trading relationships
  • Reducing cost, risk and delays from your trade network
  • Driving better insights through data
  • Reimagining your supply chain operating model
  • Leveraging technologies
Featured Thinking

Strategic steps: 5 actions for Irish life science leaders facing tariff uncertainty

Aidan Meagher, Johanna McLoughlin 18 Apr 2025
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The team

Aidan Meagher

Co-Head of Geopolitical Strategy. EY Ireland Tax Partner and Life Sciences Tax and Law Lead
Thought leader. Experienced in the Life Sciences and Consumer Goods sectors.
Dublin, IRL

Simon MacAllister

Co-Head of Geopolitical Strategy. EY Ireland Strategy and Transactions Partner. Head of Valuation, Modelling and Economics
Dad and husband. Corporate finance professional. DIY bodger. Enthusiastic but only modestly talented hockey umpire and triathlete!
Dublin, IRL

Deirdre Hogan

EY Ireland Indirect Tax Partner
Passionate about building relationships. Firmly believes people still do business with people. Enjoys working with purpose. Excited about innovation. Loves to run.
Dublin, IRL

Colin Doolin

EY EMEIA Tax Centre; Global Trade Partner
Experienced Global Trade professional, extensive work with Health Sciences & Wellness sector, avid tourist along with family of 3 wonderful ladies
Dublin, IRL

Dr. Loretta O’Sullivan

EY Ireland Chief Economist and Partner
Experienced economics professional. Art Deco and Art Nouveau design enthusiast.
Dublin, IRL

Aoife Murray

EY Ireland Transfer Pricing Partner
Strong advocate for diversity and inclusion across all we do. Deals with transfer pricing across a wide range of industries.
Dublin, IRL

Ronan Guest

EY Ireland Business Consulting Partner
Passionate about developing world class sustainable Supply Chains, and making Procurement a trusted business advisor and value enabler.
Limerick, IRL

Johanna McLoughlin

EY Ireland Consulting Partner and Life Sciences Sector Leader
Life Sciences Leader. Growth mindset. Partners with clients across the end-to-end value chain to deliver greater innovation, better health outcomes and improved business performance.
Dublin, IRL

Grit Young

EY-Parthenon Partner and EY Ireland Technology, Media & Entertainment and Telecommunications Industry Leader
Empathic and analytical. Anything is possible.
Dublin, IRL

Colette Devey

EY Ireland Partner Risk Consulting, Chief Risk Officer and Consumer Products, Retail and Agriculture Sector Leader
Helping businesses navigate uncertainty and build trust. Recognised for bringing fresh perspectives on the Risk, Internal Controls, and Internal Audit functions of the future. Chief Risk Officer for EY Ireland. Consumer sector lead – working with business across the Agri, CP and Retail sub-sectors.
Dublin, IRL

Feargal de Freine

EY Ireland Assurance Partner and Head of FDI
Dedicated to achieving excellence across all aspects.
Dublin, IRL

Frank O'Neill

EY Ireland Tax Partner and EY Private Sector Leader
Business leader supporting private and entrepreneurial businesses accelerate growth in this transformative age. Rugby enthusiast, dog walker and occasional runner.
Cork, IRL

Helena O’Dwyer

EY Ireland Partner; Head of Strategy EY Parthenon
A strategy consultant. Focused on business transformation and cutting edge innovation for the now, next and beyond.
Dublin, IRL

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    EY Global Trade Updates

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    TradeFlash February 2025

    Welcome to the newest edition of the TradeFlash newsletter, a roundup of the latest developments in global trade around the world.

    In this issue, we provide links to EY articles and webcasts covering key trade topics, many of them focused on the impact of sustainability and data challenges on international trade. 

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