Over 65s record biggest drop in spending - AIB New research from AIB shows that over 65s have recorded the biggest drop in spending as they adhere to government advice to stay at home, with spending down 27% among this age group. Business • 01 May 20
Over 65s record biggest drop in spending - AIB New research from AIB shows that over 65s have recorded the biggest drop in spending as they adhere to government advice to stay at home, with spending down 27% among this age group. Business • 01 May 20
Consumer spending could plunge as much as 40% - Bank Spending by consumers in the economy could be a massive 40% down this month compared to last year, according to research published today by the Central Bank. Business • 16 Apr 20
Consumer spending could plunge as much as 40% - Bank Spending by consumers in the economy could be a massive 40% down this month compared to last year, according to research published today by the Central Bank. Business • 16 Apr 20
Consumer spending set to hit €111bn in 2020 Consumer spending in Ireland is forecast to top €111 billion this year, as the consumer economy emerges from a so-called 'lost decade'. Business • 19 Feb 20
Consumer spending set to hit €111bn in 2020 Consumer spending in Ireland is forecast to top €111 billion this year, as the consumer economy emerges from a so-called 'lost decade'. Business • 19 Feb 20
Irish consumers to spend €250m on Black Friday buys A total of €250m is forecast to be spent by Irish shoppers on Black Friday - split almost equally between online and bricks and mortar retailers. Business • 12 Nov 19
Irish consumers to spend €250m on Black Friday buys A total of €250m is forecast to be spent by Irish shoppers on Black Friday - split almost equally between online and bricks and mortar retailers. Business • 12 Nov 19
Card spending continued to rise in second quarter Almost €19 billion was spent on Irish credit and debit cards between April and June, according to the Central Bank. Business • 21 Aug 19
Card spending continued to rise in second quarter Almost €19 billion was spent on Irish credit and debit cards between April and June, according to the Central Bank. Business • 21 Aug 19
US economic growth slows less than expected in Q2 US economic growth slowed less than expected in the second quarter as a surge in consumer spending blunted some of the drag from declining exports and a smaller inventory build. Business • 26 Jul 19
US economic growth slows less than expected in Q2 US economic growth slowed less than expected in the second quarter as a surge in consumer spending blunted some of the drag from declining exports and a smaller inventory build. Business • 26 Jul 19
Consumer spending set to hit €105 billion this year Irish consumer spending is expected to reach €105 billion this year, which would eclipse the previous record of €100 billion hit during the Celtic Tiger in 2007. Business • 19 Nov 18
Consumer spending set to hit €105 billion this year Irish consumer spending is expected to reach €105 billion this year, which would eclipse the previous record of €100 billion hit during the Celtic Tiger in 2007. Business • 19 Nov 18
Weak consumer spending nudges Q1 US GDP downward Growth in the US economy was slightly slower than previously thought in the first quarter, with new figures today showing consumer spending was the weakest in almost five years. Business • 28 Jun 18
Weak consumer spending nudges Q1 US GDP downward Growth in the US economy was slightly slower than previously thought in the first quarter, with new figures today showing consumer spending was the weakest in almost five years. Business • 28 Jun 18
Japan economy shrinks after two years of growth Japan's economy contracted more than expected at the start of this year, suggesting growth has peaked after the best run of expansion in decades. Business • 16 May 18
Japan economy shrinks after two years of growth Japan's economy contracted more than expected at the start of this year, suggesting growth has peaked after the best run of expansion in decades. Business • 16 May 18
Irish consumer spending up 4.9% in December - Visa Irish consumer spending showed an annual increase of 4.9% in December, according to Visa's latest Consumer Spending Index. Business • 09 Jan 18
Irish consumer spending up 4.9% in December - Visa Irish consumer spending showed an annual increase of 4.9% in December, according to Visa's latest Consumer Spending Index. Business • 09 Jan 18
Economy now in strong post-recovery phase - Ibec The Irish economy has moved past its recovery phase and has enough strength and momentum to shrug off the impact of Brexit in 2018, according to an upbeat forecast from employers representative group Ibec. Business • 08 Jan 18
Economy now in strong post-recovery phase - Ibec The Irish economy has moved past its recovery phase and has enough strength and momentum to shrug off the impact of Brexit in 2018, according to an upbeat forecast from employers representative group Ibec. Business • 08 Jan 18
US Q2 economic growth revised higher The US economy grew a bit faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, recording its quickest pace in more than two years. Business • 28 Sep 17
US Q2 economic growth revised higher The US economy grew a bit faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, recording its quickest pace in more than two years. Business • 28 Sep 17
Economy grew by 1.4% in Q2, up 5.8% on annual basis Overall economic output or GDP rose by 1.4% between April and June compared to the first quarter, new figures show today. Business • 15 Sep 17
Economy grew by 1.4% in Q2, up 5.8% on annual basis Overall economic output or GDP rose by 1.4% between April and June compared to the first quarter, new figures show today. Business • 15 Sep 17
Consumer spending underpins euro zone strong growth The euro zone economy grew at a robust pace in the three months to June, driven mostly by higher domestic demand and investment, official data released today confirmed. Business • 07 Sep 17
Consumer spending underpins euro zone strong growth The euro zone economy grew at a robust pace in the three months to June, driven mostly by higher domestic demand and investment, official data released today confirmed. Business • 07 Sep 17
Demand for big ticket items weaker - John Lewis John Lewis, Britain's largest department store operator, has seen a drop in demand for big ticket items as consumer confidence wanes. Business • 14 Jul 17
Demand for big ticket items weaker - John Lewis John Lewis, Britain's largest department store operator, has seen a drop in demand for big ticket items as consumer confidence wanes. Business • 14 Jul 17
US consumer spending rises modestly US consumer spending rose modestly in May and inflation cooled, pointing to a slow-but-steady economic expansion that could still lead the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates by the end of the year. Business • 30 Jun 17
US consumer spending rises modestly US consumer spending rose modestly in May and inflation cooled, pointing to a slow-but-steady economic expansion that could still lead the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates by the end of the year. Business • 30 Jun 17
UK consumers see a big decline in spending power UK consumers have suffered the longest decline in their spending power since the 1970s, although there was a sign that the economy may have recently gathered a bit of momentum. Business • 30 Jun 17
UK consumers see a big decline in spending power UK consumers have suffered the longest decline in their spending power since the 1970s, although there was a sign that the economy may have recently gathered a bit of momentum. Business • 30 Jun 17
US first-quarter growth revised up to 1.4% The US economy grew slightly faster than originally reported in the first three months of the year, as consumer spending and exports were stronger, the Commerce Department said today. Business • 29 Jun 17
US first-quarter growth revised up to 1.4% The US economy grew slightly faster than originally reported in the first three months of the year, as consumer spending and exports were stronger, the Commerce Department said today. Business • 29 Jun 17
Consumer spending continues trend of slow growth in May A recent report suggests a slowdown in Irish household expenditure growth in the month of May. Business • 13 Jun 17
Consumer spending continues trend of slow growth in May A recent report suggests a slowdown in Irish household expenditure growth in the month of May. Business • 13 Jun 17
Exports, consumers and construction drive German growth The German economy picked up steam in the first quarter helped by strong exports, booming construction and higher household and state spending. Business • 23 May 17
Exports, consumers and construction drive German growth The German economy picked up steam in the first quarter helped by strong exports, booming construction and higher household and state spending. Business • 23 May 17
Japan's economy expands at fastest pace in a year Japan's economy grew in the first quarter at its fastest pace in a year to mark the longest period of expansion in a decade, thanks to robust exports and a helpful boost from private consumption. Business • 18 May 17
Japan's economy expands at fastest pace in a year Japan's economy grew in the first quarter at its fastest pace in a year to mark the longest period of expansion in a decade, thanks to robust exports and a helpful boost from private consumption. Business • 18 May 17
US consumer spending slows as inflation pushes higher US consumer spending rose less than expected in January as the largest monthly increase in inflation in four years eroded households' purchasing power. Business • 01 Mar 17
US consumer spending slows as inflation pushes higher US consumer spending rose less than expected in January as the largest monthly increase in inflation in four years eroded households' purchasing power. Business • 01 Mar 17
US economy slows in fourth quarter US economic growth slowed in the fourth quarter as previously reported, with robust consumer spending offset by downward revisions to business and government investment. Business • 28 Feb 17
US economy slows in fourth quarter US economic growth slowed in the fourth quarter as previously reported, with robust consumer spending offset by downward revisions to business and government investment. Business • 28 Feb 17
US consumer spending rises solidly in December US consumer spending rose solidly in December as households bought cars and a range of services amid rising wages, pointing to sustained domestic demand that could spur faster economic growth in early 2017. Business • 30 Jan 17
US consumer spending rises solidly in December US consumer spending rose solidly in December as households bought cars and a range of services amid rising wages, pointing to sustained domestic demand that could spur faster economic growth in early 2017. Business • 30 Jan 17
US consumer spending falls unexpectedly in August US consumer spending unexpectedly fell for the first time in seven months in August but inflation showed signs of accelerating. Business • 30 Sep 16
US consumer spending falls unexpectedly in August US consumer spending unexpectedly fell for the first time in seven months in August but inflation showed signs of accelerating. Business • 30 Sep 16
