Economic sentiment down in September amid energy woes A new survey shows that with households facing the prospect of even higher gas and electricity bills over the coming months, consumer confidence sank to … Business • 26 Sep 22
2nd month of falling sentiment among firms, consumers Confidence among consumers and businesses declined for a second consecutive month in April, according to the latest Economic Pulse from bank of Ireland. Business • 25 Apr 22
Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse falls in March A new survey shows that consumer confidence took a big knock this month as households reacted to the escalation of the Russian-Ukraine conflict and the … Business • 28 Mar 22
Consumer and business mood slips in December - BoI The mood among consumers and businesses has fallen this month over fears about the impact of the Omicron variant of Covid-19. Business • 29 Dec 21
Consumer confidence up, business sentiment slips - BoI Bank of Ireland's latest Economic Pulse shows that consumer confidence rose in August but business sentiment slipped. Business • 30 Aug 21
Consumer and business sentiment down slightly in July Consumer and business sentiment, as measured by Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse, dipped slightly in July but was well up on the situation a year … Business • 26 Jul 21
Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse steady in June The Bank of Ireland Economic Pulse was steady in June as the re-opening of the economy from the Covid-19 crisis beds down. Business • 28 Jun 21
Bank of Ireland says economic momentum growing Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse came in at 89.5 in May - back above its pre-pandemic level - which bodes well for a pick-up in … Business • 31 May 21
Economic Pulse rises in February on optimistic outlook Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse rose in February from the previous month as vaccine-related optimism offset lockdown fatigue and post-Brexit headaches. Business • 22 Feb 21
Bank of Ireland Economic Pulse falls sharply in January Both consumer and business confidence fell in January after a return to Level 5 Covid-19 restrictions with schools and non-essential construction closed again. Business • 25 Jan 21
Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse picks up in December The latest Bank of Ireland Economic Pulse increased in December, with both consumer and business sentiment improving against a mixed economic backdrop. Business • 29 Dec 20
Economic Pulse plunges to four-year low amid Covid-19 An index tracking consumer and business confidence crashed to a new low in March as the effects of the Covid-19 outbreak hit sentiment. Business • 30 Mar 20
Economic sentiment hits new low in September Economic sentiment here has fallen to a new low this month, according to a new survey, as Brexit concerns mount. Business • 30 Sep 19
Economic Pulse posts lowest reading of 2018 in November The Bank of Ireland Economic Pulse fell to 89.9 in November 2018, down from 92.6 in October, as Brexit developments dominated the news flow in … Business • 26 Nov 18
Is the Irish economy nearing full capacity? Consumers were less optimistic in October with Brexit weighing on households, while business sentiment remained steady as companies prepare to scale up and give pay … Business • 30 Oct 18
Consumers upbeat on economy, business sentiment mixed A new survey shows that consumer confidence eased in December, while business sentiment was mixed across the various industries. Business • 27 Dec 17
Households more positive about economy - BOI Irish households are more positive about the economy and the outlook for unemployment this month, according to Bank of Ireland's latest Economic Pulse survey. Business • 31 Oct 17
Economic Pulse shows mixed economic picture Loretta O'Sullivan, group chief economist with Bank of Ireland, said the Economic Pulse should be viewed against the backdrop of international events, which are contributing … Business • 30 May 17
Consumer confidence flat but business sentiment drops Bank of Ireland's "Economic Pulse" fell to 92.4 in May as consumer sentiment held steady while business sentiment dropped. Business • 29 May 17
Brexit and Trump uncertainty hitting business sentiment Consumer confidence rose in March but businesses sentiment fell, according to the latest Economic Pulse from Bank of Ireland. Business • 27 Mar 17
Bank of Ireland's economic pulse falls to 2016 low Bank of Ireland's Economic Pulse has fallen to its lowest level so far this year, dropping more than 9% when compared to October. Business • 28 Nov 16
Bank of Ireland Economic Pulse falls in September Household confidence rose in September but businesses sentiment was down, according to the latest Economic Pulse from Bank of Ireland. Business • 26 Sep 16
More companies considering recruiting - BOI survey More businesses are considering taking on new staff, while consumer sentiment has softened somewhat, according to the latest Bank of Ireland Economic Pulse. Business • 03 Jun 16
Consumer sentiment improving - BoI Economic Pulse Irish consumer sentiment rose slightly last month while house price increases are expected to continue and more businesses are hoping to hire new staff in … Business • 13 May 16