Consumer sentiment falls to 6 year low on Brexit fears
Consumer sentiment falls to 6 year low on Brexit fears Consumer sentiment here fell to a six-year low last month, the third month in a row in which it has fallen. According to the KBC Bank Ireland Consumer Sentiment Index, Brexit uncertainty continues to drive people’s confidence in the economy and their personal finances lower. […]
Economy on course for over €600m surplus
Economy on course for over €600m surplus The Government’s pre-Budget White Paper shows the economy is on course to deliver a surplus this year of €609 million. The White Paper also shows another significant overrun on corporate tax receipts, which are €800m higher than forecast at the start of the year. The White Paper is […]
Economy on course for over €600m surplus
Economy on course for over €600m surplus The Government’s pre-Budget White Paper shows the economy is on course to deliver a surplus this year of €609 million. The White Paper also shows another significant overrun on corporate tax receipts, which are €800m higher than forecast at the start of the year. The White Paper is […]
Blanket social welfare increase in Budget ruled out
Blanket social welfare increase in Budget ruled out Discussions are continuing between Government departments throughout the weekend ahead of Tuesday’s Budget. There is a particular focus on the Department of Social Protection, where an across the board increase in social welfare payments has been ruled out. Instead any rise in payments is set to be […]
Irish butter, cheese and pork among EU goods to be hit by US tariffs
Irish butter, cheese and pork among EU goods to be hit by US tariffs A range of goods from the EU are to be hit with new US tariffs including Irish butter, cheese, liqueurs and pork products. Irish whiskey made in Northern Ireland is on the list of products but Irish whiskey made in the […]