David Murphy

Economics and Public Affairs Editor

A total of 30,330 homes were built last year, according to the CSO (file image)

Were voters misled on housing before the election?

Correspondent David Murphy reports that after the CSO reported 30,330 home completions last year, the focus now turns to this year and there are some worrying indications that residential construction may be plateauing.

Analysis and Comment • 03 Feb

Central Bank governor Gabriel Makhlouf said the ECB would approach further rate cuts on a 'meeting by meeting' basis

Central Bank governor warns of risks to economic growth

The Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland has warned that the risks to economic growth among countries which use the euro are "firmly to the downside".

Business • 31 Jan

Bank of Ireland says modified domestic demand will expand by 4% compared to an earlier projection of 3%

Bank of Ireland raises economic growth forecast for 2025

Bank of Ireland has increased its growth forecast for the domestic economy for this year, saying modified domestic demand will expand by 4% compared to an earlier projection of 3%.

Business • 31 Jan

There are a number of reasons why banks are keen to keep mortgage holders on fixed rates

Why the banks are pushing fixed rate mortgages

As the ECB cut interest rates again, there is a broader policy shift by lenders to encourage people to take up fixed loans instead of variable products.

Analysis and Comment • 30 Jan

86% of 25-year-olds in today's CSO survey are concerned about access to housing in Ireland

62% of 25-year-olds living with parents due to finances

A survey of 25-year-olds has found that more than six-in-10 (62%) were living with parents for mostly financial reasons.

Business • 27 Jan

The report warns that the protectionist policies of the new US president pose 'the biggest vulnerability' to the Irish economy

Prudent economic control needed amid Trump risk - report

Ireland should prudently manage its public finances and invest in capital projects to mitigate risks posed by potential tax changes from the Trump administration, according to a report.

Business • 27 Jan

James Browne previously served as a junior justice minister but is now the new Minister for Housing

Relentless pressure ahead for new housing minister

With a homelessness crisis, a shortfall in new residential construction and soaring property prices, the newly appointed Minister for Housing James Browne has the toughest job in Cabinet, writes David Murphy.

Analysis and Comment • 27 Jan