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  • David Murphy

    Economics and Public Affairs Editor

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    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

    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
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