Restructuring Update — Q3 2026

PwC Restructuring Update – Q3 2026
  • Publication
  • October 02, 2026
204

insolvencies in Q3 2026

648

insolvencies in the first nine months of 2026

26%

increase in insolvencies in the construction industry

23%

decrease in insolvencies in the hospitality industry

In the face of ongoing economic challenges, Ireland’s insolvency levels have remained stable in Q3 2026, maintaining the consistent trend observed in recent years.

During Q3 2026, Ireland recorded 204 insolvencies, as highlighted in our latest Insolvency Barometer. This brings the total for the year-to-date to 648, closely aligning with the 633 insolvencies noted in the same period of 2025.

To put these figures into context, our quarterly Insolvency Barometer measures insolvencies per 10,000 companies. In Q3 2026, this rate was 27 per 10,000, significantly below the two-decade average of 49 and the peak of 100 in 2012.

While insolvency numbers remain steady, the broader economic landscape is still uncertain. With ongoing geopolitical risks and cost pressures, it’s crucial to keep a close watch on developments throughout the rest of 2026.

Proactive cash strategies pay off

As always, refining your business’s cash culture is essential for maintaining a robust financial position and avoiding the risk of restructuring.

Cash-conscious businesses plan and manage cash at a granular level, ensuring every department takes ownership of their cash responsibilities.

Restructuring Update – Q3 2026

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