Economy

Dublin: Consumer prices in Ireland rose by 3.2% over the past year, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The increase, measured using the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), marks an uptick from the…

DUBLIN: Ireland is among 25 OECD countries that have signed a landmark information-sharing agreement aimed at combating cross-border tax evasion and enhancing transparency within international tax systems. Under the new pact, Irish Revenue…

Dublin: The Indian rupee has fallen to a historic low against the euro, with the exchange rate touching ₹105 per euro on December 3—the steepest decline recorded this year. While this sharp euro appreciation offers significant benefits to…

Brussels: European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has voiced strong concerns about the state of Europe’s economy, warning that the EU’s heavy dependence on third countries for trade, security, and critical raw materials is…

Dublin: Ireland’s exports rose sharply in September, increasing by more than €6.2 billion to reach €28.5 billion, according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This represents a 28% year-on-year increase, driven…

Dublin: Ireland’s tax revenue is failing to keep pace with population growth, posing serious long-term risks to public services and economic stability, according to a new Department of Finance report. The report, titled “Future Forty”,…

Dublin: Ireland’s manufacturing sector experienced a slowdown in October, with growth easing to its lowest level in ten months due to weakening exports and subdued sectoral activity, according to the latest AIB Manufacturing Purchasing…

Washington: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its outlook for Ireland, describing the country as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and commending its strong export-driven performance. The assessment was published…

Dublin: Finance Minister Pascal Donohoe has unveiled Ireland’s budget for the 2026 financial year, describing it as a forward-looking plan designed to safeguard economic stability, protect existing jobs, and invest in the nation’s long-term…

Dublin: Ireland’s economy is set for robust growth this year, with GDP expected to expand by 9%, according to the latest forecast from consultancy firm EY. The surge is being driven largely by strong export performance, as multinational…