Limerick set to unite for Alzheimer's Memory Walk. Published 18th Aug 2026, 12:00 BST The walk will form part of the nationwide event, ahead of World Alzheimer's Day on September 21. LIMERICK will host the seventh annual Alzheimer's Memory Walk this September, supported by Aviva. The walk will form part of the nationwide event taking place on Sunday, September 20, ahead of World Alzheimer's Day on September 21. The Limerick event will take place at Mungret Park, with walkers gathering at 11am for a 5km route. A spokesperson for the fundraiser said: "Now in its seventh year, the Alzheimer's Memory Walk is more than just a fundraiser, it's a celebration of connection, compassion, and community. "In 2025, almost 3,000 walkers took part in the walk, raising over €240,000 to help fund vital ASI services including Daycare, Family Carer Training, Social Clubs, Dementia Cafés and the National Helpline." Local champion Seán Donal O'Shea will lead the Limerick Memory Walk, walking in support of all those currently living with dementia. He said: "I'm proud to be again leading our annual Alzheimer's Memory Walk, supported by Aviva, to help fund local dementia services in Limerick. "The event is about community and helping spread awareness by walking together to raise vital funds for care, support, and hope for the days ahead. Join me on Sunday, September 20, to show your support." With over 40 events taking place across Ireland, the Alzheimer's Memory Walk is "a powerful reminder of the strength found in community". A statement from the organisers said: "Whether you walk in memory of a loved one, in support of someone living with dementia, or simply to show solidarity, your support makes a difference." To find out more and to register for the Limerick Alzheimer's Memory Walk supported by Aviva or another location near you, please visit www.memorywalk.ie Share your Alzheimer's Memory Walk experience on social media using: #ASIMemoryWalk2026 #WalkWithAviva #ASIMakingMemories More Stories

Aviva (OTC: AIVAF) exceeds expectations with strong financial performance. Updated Aug 17, 2026 Market News FMPAviva (OTC: AIVAF) exceeds expectations with strong financial performance. * Aviva (OTC: AIVAF) reported robust financial results, surpassing analyst expectations for both earnings and revenue, signaling strong operational performance. * The company demonstrated significant growth with a 24% increase in operating profit and a 42% rise in gross written premiums, alongside a 7% increase in its interim dividend. * Despite positive overall performance, Aviva adjusted its full-year outlook for its health business and saw a decrease in IFRS profit due to investment variances and restructuring costs. Aviva (OTC: AIVAF), a leading multinational insurance provider and asset management company, offers a comprehensive range of products, including life insurance, general insurance, and fund management services. On August 14, 2026, Aviva announced robust financial results that surpassed analyst expectations for both earnings and revenue, signaling strong operational performance and a positive market outlook. The company reported an earnings per share of $0.43, which is slightly above the consensus estimate. Earnings per share, or EPS, is a key profitability metric that shows how much profit a company makes for each share of its stock, reflecting strong shareholder value. This positive result is supported by a 24% increase in operating profit to £1.33 billion, as highlighted by Proactive Investors. Aviva also surpassed revenue forecasts, reporting $39.83 billion against an expected $39.65 billion. This impressive revenue growth was primarily driven by its General Insurance division. Gross written premiums in the UK and Ireland climbed 42% to £5.91 billion. This figure was significantly boosted by the recent integration of Direct Line's business, enhancing Aviva's market share and strategic position. Reflecting this strong performance, Aviva increased its interim dividend by 7% to 14.00 pence per share, underscoring its commitment to shareholder returns. Its IFRS return on equity, a key profitability metric that measures how well a company uses shareholder investments to generate profit, improved to 20.3%. Cash remittances, or internal cash transfers, also saw a large 47% increase to £1.50 billion, demonstrating robust cash flow management. However, as highlighted by the WSJ, Aviva lowered its full-year outlook for its health business, indicating potential market challenges. IFRS profit for the period also decreased to £418.00 million from £819.00 million. This decline is attributed to negative investment variances along with costs related to business integration and restructuring efforts. Market news and analyst rating coverage Stuart Mooney covers market news and analyst activity for the FMP blog, including price-target revisions, upgrades and downgrades, and company developments. The focus is on clear, factual summaries of market-moving events grounded in financial data. Financial data for every need. Real-time quotes and 30+ years of historical data, including prices, fundamentals, and insider transactions - all accessible via API. Stock Screener 2017-2026 (C) FMP