David Murphy

Economics and Public Affairs Editor

Donald Trump implemented tariffs on the EU during his previous presidency, some of which were imposed on Irish butter, cheese and cream liqueurs

Why Trump's policies blow an ill wind towards Ireland

Donald Trump's inauguration speech signals significant change for US multinationals with investments in Ireland, writes David Murphy.

Analysis and Comment • 21 Jan

Michael Lowry has leapfrogged from his role as an Independent TD to a key architect of the incoming government

Questions about Michael Lowry that won't go away

Michael Lowry's role in recent government formation talks has raised criticism and questions about his past, specifically findings about him in the 2011 Moriarty Tribunal. Our Economics and Public Affairs Correspondent David Murphy explores those questions that just won't go away.

Analysis and Comment • 20 Jan

Inflation rose to an annual rate of 1.4% in December after a reading of 1% in November, new CSO figures show today

Annual inflation rises to 1.4% in December - CSO

Inflation in Ireland is beginning to rise again, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office.

Business • 16 Jan

New government, same old housing plan

Like any Programme for Government today's document provides the incoming Cabinet with plenty of wriggle room in the event they can't live up to their promises.

Analysis and Comment • 16 Jan

The incoming administration aims to see 300,000 homes built by the end of 2030

Rental price register to protect tenants pledged by govt

The new Programme for Government promises a register of rental price to protect tenants and landlords from abusive practices and will "continue to review the effectiveness of rent pressure zones".

Ireland • 15 Jan

In a new report it says Northern Ireland is in an "exceptional position" following the implementation of the Winsor Framework agreement

Northern Ireland to enjoy stronger growth than rest of UK

Northern Ireland will enjoy stronger export growth than the rest of the United Kingdom due to its more "favourable" trading relationship with the European Union under Brexit arrangements, according to the Economic and Social Research Institiute.

Business • 15 Jan

Close to half of all trip, slip and fall accidents occurred on roads and footpaths (Stock image)

40% drop in public liability claims in past four years

There has been a 40% drop in public liability claims between 2019 and 2023, the body which resolves personal injury claims has said.

Business • 14 Jan

The main message is that property prices look set to continue climbing

New year, same old problems in the property market

Here we are at the beginning of 2025 and some clear trends in the property market are visible, most of which point to prices continuing to accelerate.

Analysis and Comment • 09 Jan

The average mortgage loan for a house purchase is up 7% on last year

Homes being sold for average of 9% above asking price

First-time buyers are taking on more debt in proportion to their incomes than purchasers in the UK for the first time since the Celtic Tiger, according to a report by property website MyHome.ie in association with Bank of Ireland.

Business • 09 Jan

Revenue said today that 26,560 homes are newly liable for the local property tax

2,377 homes liable for vacant homes tax in 2024 - Revenue

The number of homes liable for the vacant homes tax was 2,377 last year - a drop of 4,206 on 2023.

Business • 07 Jan