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In today’s Live News update, the European markets are buzzing with excitement as the European Central Bank (ECB) hints at possible interest rate cuts in June. Asian shares are already on the rise, and markets are anticipating two rate cuts by October. This news has sparked reactions from investors and analysts, with Reuters providing a roundup of early responses.

In another development, over 120 business leaders, including Irish-linked figures, have thrown their support behind the Labour Party in the upcoming UK general election. The endorsement, published in the Times newspaper, emphasizes the need for a government that prioritizes fiscal discipline and long-term growth strategies to drive innovation and investment.

On the home front, Irish businesses are expressing significant concerns about the government’s plan to introduce a pension auto-enrolment system by next year. A report from Aon reveals that two-thirds of firms are worried about the increased costs and red tape associated with the new pension scheme. The primary concerns revolve around additional contributions and the impact on existing pension plans.

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