US economy grew at 2.5% rate in second quarter The US economy grew at a 2.5% annualised rate in the three months from April to June, much faster than previously estimated. Business • 30 Aug 13
UK second quarter growth revised upwards The UK economy expanded by 0.7% in the second quarter, up from an initial 0.6% estimate, the Office for National Statistics said today. Business • 23 Aug 13
Japan economy growth slower than expected Japan's economy grew a slower than expected 2.6% in the last quarter as companies wary over the prospects for a sustained recovery kept a tight … Business • 12 Aug 13
US second quarter economic growth stronger US economic growth unexpectedly accelerated in the second quarter, laying a firmer foundation for the rest of the year. Business • 31 Jul 13
British economy enjoys second quarter of growth Britain’s economy has notched up successive quarters of growth as gross domestic product rose 0.6% in the second quarter of the year, official figures have … Business • 25 Jul 13
Debt ratios rise across most euro zone countries Europe's biggest economy Germany and tiny Estonia were the only euro zone countries which reduced their public debt in the first quarter of this year. Business • 22 Jul 13
Merrion forecasts no GDP growth in 2013 The latest economic outlook from Merrion Stockbrokers has forecast no change in Ireland’s GDP this year, followed by a 1.5% rise in 2014. Business • 15 Jul 13
Economy slips back into recession - CSO New figures from the Central Statistics Office show that the economy has slipped back into recession. News • 28 Jun 13
GDP contracted by 0.6% in first quarter Preliminary estimates from the Central Statistics Office show that GDP contracted by 0.6% in the first three months of the year. Business • 27 Jun 13
US economic growth slower than expected US economic growth regained speed in the first quarter, but not as much as expected. Business • 26 Apr 13
Government deficit for 2012 comes in at 7.6% The Government's deficit for 2012 came in at 7.6% of GDP, beating the Troika target of 8.6%. Business • 22 Apr 13
US economy sees miniscule growth in Q4 The US economy barely grew in the fourth quarter although a slightly better performance in exports and fewer imports led the government to scratch an … Business • 28 Feb 13
Euro debt burden stuck at 90% of GDP Ireland's government debt levels rose by 5.9 percentage points to 117% in the third quarter of last year. Business • 24 Jan 13
US economy sees growth of 3.1% in Q3 The US economy grew at an annual rate of 3.1% during the three months from July to September, the latest figures show. Business • 20 Dec 12
Economy grew by 0.2% in third quarter Figures from the Central Statistics Office show that the economy - as measured by GDP - grew by 0.2% in three months from July to … Business • 18 Dec 12
Japan's revised GDP figures signal recession Japan's economy contracted for a second quarter in a row during the three months from July to September. Business • 10 Dec 12
Euro zone trade prevents a deeper downturn in Q3 Exports saved the euro zone from a deeper recession in the third quarter of this year while companies emptied warehouses and cut investments, putting the … Business • 06 Dec 12
Household spending rise boosts UK GDP The strongest rise in household spending in over two years helped drive the UK's bounce back to economic growth between July and September. Business • 27 Nov 12
Spain's GDP shrank 0.4% says Central Bank Spain's central bank said the country's economy continued to shrink, contracting by 0.4% in the third quarter compared with the previous three months. Business • 23 Oct 12
US second quarter GDP cut to 1.3% US economic growth was much weaker than previously estimated in the second quarter as a drought cut into inventories. Business • 27 Sep 12
Central Bank cautious on growth and debt outlook New research by Central Bank economists highlights the uncertainty around future growth in the economy, and the impact this could have on the national debt. Business • 25 Sep 12
GDP flat in second quarter, GNP in surprise rise New Central Statistics Office figures show that GDP was flat in the second quarter of the year after slowing by 0.7% in the first quarter. Business • 21 Sep 12
UK economy contracted by 0.5% in Q2 Britain's double-dip recession is not as deep as previously feared after revised figures showed a smaller contraction in the second quarter of the year. Business • 24 Aug 12
Central Bank raises 2012 growth forecasts The Central Bank has upgraded its forecasts for economic growth this year due to improved domestic prospects, but said external demand remains highly uncertain. Business • 31 Jul 12
Ireland's debt to GDP ratio is 4th in euro zone Figures published by Eurostat show that Ireland has the 4th highest debt to GDP ratio in the euro zone. Business • 23 Jul 12
