Central Bank warns Govt not to exceed 5% spending rule in Budget or risk stoking inflation
The Central Bank has warned that if Government expenditure in next year’s Budget goes beyond its 5% spending rule, it ...
Read More Oil eases on uncertain demand, market eyes US inventory data
Oil futures dipped today amid demand fears after the Federal Reserve chairman hinted at further interest rate hikes, while traders ...
Read More Eurostat: Prices here 46% above EU average last year
Prices in Ireland were higher than in any other European Union country last year, according to statistics agency Eurostat. Data ...
Read More Fuel prices jump 4% following rise in excise duty
Duty on petrol increased by 6 cents per litre and 5 cents per litre on diesel on June 1st Fuel ...
Read More Supply and rate rises contributing to property price moderation – BPFI
A significant increase in housing supply since pandemic restrictions were lifted together with recent interest rate increases have contributed to ...
Read More Tax cuts could contribute to persistent inflation – TASC report
Tax cuts in the budget would add fuel to an over-stimulated economy and could contribute to persistent inflation, a new ...
Read More Call for State pension to be set at 34% of average earnings
A new campaign will be launched today calling for the Government to honour its commitment to introduce a State pension ...
Read More Nearly half of those eligible for rent relief scheme yet to apply
Almost half of people eligible for the Government’s rent credit tax relief scheme have yet to apply for the help, ...
Read More ECB risks losing sight of ‘greedflation’
The European Central Bank risks losing sight of corporate profits as a driver of inflation – or “greedflation” in market ...
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