Irish Stock Exchange sees steady growth in 2014

Three companies raised a total of €484m on the Irish Stock Exchange last year, as equity transactions increased by 30% over the year as the economy continues to recover.

The Iseq Overall Index grew 15% last year, following a 34% gain the previous year, according to its annual review.

The Iseq breached the 10,000 barrier for the first time ever in February 2007 before plunging to below 2,000 in 2009 as the economy and financial sector both crashed. The index is now back up above 5,000.