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Strong domestic demand is replacing exports as the main pillar of Europe's largest economy

Germany confirms growth forecast for 2016

The German government today stuck to its economic growth forecast of 1.7% for this year, despite a slowdown in emerging markets.

Business • 20 Apr 16

The IMF predicts the global economy will expand just 3.1% this year and 3.6% next year

IMF cuts growth forecast for world economy

The IMF has cut its growth forecast for the world economy for 2015 and 2016, warning of growing risks from the slowdown in China and other emerging markets.

Business • 06 Oct 15

A weaker euro has boosted Irish exports, while consumer spending continues to rise

Ulster Bank raises its 2015 & 2016 GDP forecasts

Ulster Bank expects Ireland’s gross domestic product to grow by 5.2% this year – up from its previous forecast of 3.9%.

Business • 26 Aug 15

Improved domestic demand boosted by more employment is pushing the economy forward

Central Bank raises economic growth forecast

The Central Bank has raised its growth forecasts for 2015 and 2016 due to stronger domestic spending and an ever-growing demand for Irish exports.

Business • 29 Jul 15

UTV's board has approved an action plan to address the poor audience figures

UTV Ireland forecast to lose £11.5m this year

UTV Media expects to incur losses of £11.5m (€16.2m) this year on its UTV Ireland television channel, blaming weaker-than-expected day time and weekend audience figures.

Business • 23 Jun 15

LinkedIn makes most of its money from its hiring business 'Talent Solutions'

LinkedIn slashes full year profit forecast

LinkedIn has slashed its full-year profit forecast, citing slower revenue growth at its hiring business and a delay in recognising the contribution of lynda.com, the online education company it has agreed to buy.

Business • 01 May 15

Intel has been struggling to break into the tablet and smartphone space as PC sales slow

Intel slashes forecast on weak PC sales

Intel has slashed nearly $1bn from its first-quarter revenue forecast as small businesses put off upgrading their personal computers, sending the chipmaker's shares down more than 5%.

Business • 13 Mar 15