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AIB defends ‘miserable’ deposit rates and says increases ‘on the agenda’

AIB defends ‘miserable’ deposit rates and says increases ‘on the agenda’

Bank is ‘deeply conscious’ of its obligations to ‘broad array of customers’, said chief executive Colin Hunt

By Laura SlatteryThu May 04 2023 - 14:38

ECB to raise interest rates for a seventh time in inflation fight

ECB to raise interest rates for a seventh time in inflation fight

Experts predict 25 basis point move, slowing pace

By Balazs Koranyi and Francesco CanepaThu May 04 2023 - 08:34

Price caps for retailers mooted if grocery prices are not reduced

Price caps for retailers mooted if grocery prices are not reduced

Taoiseach asks junior minister for enterprise to bring forward next meeting of Retail Forum ‘to ensure price reductions are passed on to consumers’

By Cormac McQuinn and Colin GleesonThu May 04 2023 - 00:01

Consumer watchdog urged to investigate ‘price gouging’ by supermarkets

Consumer watchdog urged to investigate ‘price gouging’ by supermarkets

Call comes as new data suggests workers have seen an average 4.2% annual drop in real pay in the past year

By Colin GleesonThu May 04 2023 - 00:01

Budget could include measures to help mortgage holders hit by rising interest rates, O’Brien says

Budget could include measures to help mortgage holders hit by rising interest rates, O’Brien says

Minister for Housing raises possibility of supports to help with increased mortgage costs ahead of expected interest rate increase from ECB

By Cormac McQuinn, Vivienne Clarke and Harry McGeeWed May 03 2023 - 22:04

Fed increases US interest rates again but leaves open possibility of pause in rises

Fed increases US interest rates again but leaves open possibility of pause in rises

Quarter-point uptick is 10th hike in little over a year

By Martin WallWed May 03 2023 - 20:19

Low wind speeds in February sees gas consumption spike

Low wind speeds in February sees gas consumption spike

Power plants consumed 33% more gas compared with last year, says CSO

By Ian CurranWed May 03 2023 - 11:53

Operating profits up 41% at Connacht Gold owner Aurivo

Operating profits up 41% at Connacht Gold owner Aurivo

Dairy co-op average of paid 61.4c per litre of milk, up 50.9%

By Ian CurranWed May 03 2023 - 10:58

Sinn Féin boxes clever as energy bills stay stubbornly high

Sinn Féin boxes clever as energy bills stay stubbornly high

Inside Politics: Government and Opposition now running out of patience with response from energy sector

By Jack Horgan-JonesWed May 03 2023 - 07:50

Inflation conundrum, Digicel bridging loan, and the tyranny of big numbers

Inflation conundrum, Digicel bridging loan, and the tyranny of big numbers

Business Today: the best news, analysis and comment from The Irish Times business desk

By Peter FlanaganWed May 03 2023 - 06:30

The high price of bad financial advice: ‘Be very, very careful where you get your information’

The high price of bad financial advice: ‘Be very, very careful where you get your information’

Handed-down financial advice can be highly subjective or dated, and dependent on economic conditions

By Brianna ParkinsWed May 03 2023 - 05:00

Eamon Ryan ‘frustrated’ at energy companies’ refusal to cut prices

Eamon Ryan ‘frustrated’ at energy companies’ refusal to cut prices

Green Party leader says prices need to fall quicker as Sinn Féin set to put down Dáil motion calling for greater powers for regulator

By Jack Horgan-Jones and Harry McGeeWed May 03 2023 - 04:00

Grocery prices register slight drop in April

Grocery prices register slight drop in April

Figures from analysts Kantar show food inflation falling, albeit marginally, for the first time in two years

By Conor PopeTue May 02 2023 - 14:44

Euro zone inflation increases slightly to 7% in April

Euro zone inflation increases slightly to 7% in April

Uptick complicates decision for rate-setters at European Central Bank ahead of Thursday’s meeting

By Martin ArnoldTue May 02 2023 - 12:40

Workers urged to be ‘strike-ready’ as unions gear up for pay-rise campaigns

Workers urged to be ‘strike-ready’ as unions gear up for pay-rise campaigns

Workers urged to be ‘strike-ready’ as unions gear up for pay-rise campaigns

By Pat LeahyMon May 01 2023 - 05:00

Fixing the price of renewable energy would cut volatility and encourage investment

Fixing the price of renewable energy would cut volatility and encourage investment

Parts of the renewables sector are currently not profitable; fixing prices at a high enough point would ensure profitability and cut our reliance on fossil fuels

By Eddie O'ConnorMon May 01 2023 - 04:52

Irish workers’ wages lag behind inflation as executive pay booms - Oxfam

Irish workers’ wages lag behind inflation as executive pay booms - Oxfam

Workers in effect worked an extra 8.3 days for free last year as inflation eroded purchasing power

By Ian CurranMon May 01 2023 - 00:00

McGrath warns ECB of ‘real life’ impact of interest-rate hikes

McGrath warns ECB of ‘real life’ impact of interest-rate hikes

Minister for Finance’s comments come ahead of ECB rates decision this week

By William HorobinSun Apr 30 2023 - 11:52

IT Sunday: Ireland must protect and harness the power of its dream economy

IT Sunday: Ireland must protect and harness the power of its dream economy

A new chapter in the story of the Stardust fire and David McWilliams ponders the commercialisation of emotions

Sun Apr 30 2023 - 08:56

Milk price wars could damage Irish dairy farmers, IFA warns

Milk price wars could damage Irish dairy farmers, IFA warns

Four supermarkets announced price cuts in quick succession on Friday amid fierce competition

By Karl McDonald and Conor PopeSat Apr 29 2023 - 09:21

International Monetary Fund’s ECB intervention clarifies inflation dilemma

International Monetary Fund’s ECB intervention clarifies inflation dilemma

Fund calls for higher interest rates for longer, as well as tighter government spending

By CantillonSat Apr 29 2023 - 05:00

‘Greedflation’ keeps price of weekly shop ‘inexplicably high’ despite falling costs

‘Greedflation’ keeps price of weekly shop ‘inexplicably high’ despite falling costs

Situation may stabilise but there is no going back to previous prices, analysts warn

By Conor PopeSat Apr 29 2023 - 05:00

Four large supermarkets cut price of milk for first time since cost of living crisis began

Four large supermarkets cut price of milk for first time since cost of living crisis began

Price reduction of around 5 per cent likely to put pressure on other retailers to follow suit

By Conor PopeFri Apr 28 2023 - 21:57

Community employment scheme supervisors accept 5% pay offer

Community employment scheme supervisors accept 5% pay offer

More than 80% of staff who took industrial action last year vote for agreement that includes mechanism for pursuit of future increases

By Emmet MaloneFri Apr 28 2023 - 21:03

Retail rebound continues in March as sales volumes rise

Retail rebound continues in March as sales volumes rise

Spending in bars tumbled by almost 16% last month, according to CSO data

By Ian CurranFri Apr 28 2023 - 11:59

Inflation eases to 6.3% in April, CSO estimates

Inflation eases to 6.3% in April, CSO estimates

Flash estimate of Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices points to slower rate of price increases

By Laura SlatteryFri Apr 28 2023 - 11:46

SSE Airtricity customers to get €35 credit as it forgoes profit

SSE Airtricity customers to get €35 credit as it forgoes profit

Energy company saw operating profits surge to €17m in nine months to end of January

By Ian CurranThu Apr 27 2023 - 15:24

Irish GDP grows 6.5% in first quarter

Irish GDP grows 6.5% in first quarter

However, level is down on last three months of 2022

By Ciarán HancockThu Apr 27 2023 - 13:12

Why do interest rates keep rising no matter what problems it causes for households?

Why do interest rates keep rising no matter what problems it causes for households?

Cliff Taylor: Raising rates is the ECB’s primary weapon in the fight against inflation

By Cliff TaylorThu Apr 27 2023 - 12:15

Kerry Group’s margins narrow in first quarter despite strong revenues

Kerry Group’s margins narrow in first quarter despite strong revenues

Revenues at food giant grew more than 10% as group raises prices to manage higher input costs

By Ian CurranThu Apr 27 2023 - 07:39

Consumers more upbeat but concerns over cost of living linger

Consumers more upbeat but concerns over cost of living linger

Credit union consumer sentiment points to optimistic consumers but long way off average over three decades

By Conor PopeThu Apr 27 2023 - 00:01

Government ‘reluctant’ to introduce price controls for food, Taoiseach says

Government ‘reluctant’ to introduce price controls for food, Taoiseach says

Country has passed ‘another depressing milestone’ amid increasing prices, Dáil hears

By Sarah BurnsWed Apr 26 2023 - 19:23

Ratings agency warns on economic price of Irish housing shortages

Ratings agency warns on economic price of Irish housing shortages

Cost of materials also highlighted

By Joe BrennanWed Apr 26 2023 - 10:58

‘Dangerously narrow’ Irish tax base must be reformed, say small firms

‘Dangerously narrow’ Irish tax base must be reformed, say small firms

Isme calls for Government to revisit tax debt warehousing scheme for SMEs

By Ian CurranWed Apr 26 2023 - 09:27

NI teachers and civil servants involved in biggest industrial action in decade

NI teachers and civil servants involved in biggest industrial action in decade

National Association of Head Teachers striking for first time in its history in relation to pay

Wed Apr 26 2023 - 08:12

‘Extraordinary year’ sees profits at Kerrygold owner fall 17%

‘Extraordinary year’ sees profits at Kerrygold owner fall 17%

Ornua reported a surge in revenues to €3.4bn amid 40% spike in milk prices

By Ian CurranWed Apr 26 2023 - 06:30

Gas consumption by households and power plants falls in January

Gas consumption by households and power plants falls in January

Consumption by non-daily metered large customers also declines compared with 2022

By Ian CurranTue Apr 25 2023 - 11:46

Irish workers experience sharp dip in living standards as inflation erodes pay rises — OECD

Irish workers experience sharp dip in living standards as inflation erodes pay rises — OECD

Irish workers also ended up paying more tax on lower real income, body says

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Apr 25 2023 - 10:09

Dublin-based bank’s Russian exposure, car insurance premiums drop, and ensuring your home is not underinsured

Dublin-based bank’s Russian exposure, car insurance premiums drop, and ensuring your home is not underinsured

Business Today: the best news, analysis and comment from The Irish Times business desk

By Ciarán HancockTue Apr 25 2023 - 07:03

Why under-insuring your home could cost you thousands of euro

Why under-insuring your home could cost you thousands of euro

Rapid increases in building costs mean homeowners could find themselves substantially out of pocket if their homes are damaged

By Fiona ReddanTue Apr 25 2023 - 05:00

ECB to continue raising interest rates until wage growth slows, says official

ECB to continue raising interest rates until wage growth slows, says official

Belgian central bank governor ‘not surprised’ if euro zone key rate increased to 4% — higher than expected

Mon Apr 24 2023 - 11:00

Central Bank asked to examine mortgage cashback offers

Central Bank asked to examine mortgage cashback offers

Minister for Finance tells Gabriel Makhlouf he is ‘concerned’ clients taking up cashbacks pay higher rate for mortgage duration

By Cormac McQuinnMon Apr 24 2023 - 05:00

‘Rent is taking up two-thirds of my salary. I’ll most likely go to Australia’

‘Rent is taking up two-thirds of my salary. I’ll most likely go to Australia’

Steady stream of people to the stand of Australian teachers group during jobs expo in Croke Park on Saturday

By Colin GleesonSat Apr 22 2023 - 20:59

Taoiseach calls on energy companies to pass on fuel price reductions to consumers

Taoiseach calls on energy companies to pass on fuel price reductions to consumers

Varadkar refuses to be drawn on whether Government will extend home heating credit scheme into winter

By Barry RocheFri Apr 21 2023 - 19:00

American Express sets aside more cash for bad loans as profit shrinks

American Express sets aside more cash for bad loans as profit shrinks

Provisions overshadowed unexpected acceleration in customer spending on Amex’s cards

Thu Apr 20 2023 - 16:03

Core euro zone inflation edges up in March, keeping ECB on alert

Core euro zone inflation edges up in March, keeping ECB on alert

Higher reading adds to pressure on ECB to keep hiking interest rates

By Balazs KoranyiWed Apr 19 2023 - 12:18

The future of interest rates is a riddle

The future of interest rates is a riddle

Inflation’s comeback has changed the world — but how much we don’t yet know

By Martin WolfWed Apr 19 2023 - 10:37

UK inflation sticks above 10%, with prospect of more rate hikes

UK inflation sticks above 10%, with prospect of more rate hikes

Economists had expected a slowdown to 9.8%

Wed Apr 19 2023 - 08:26

Why are countries jostling to attract migrant workers?

Why are countries jostling to attract migrant workers?

Labour shortages and demographic pressures fuel competition for skilled people

By Sarah O'ConnorWed Apr 19 2023 - 06:00

Spain’s ‘Nama’ to provide 50,000 low-rent homes

Spain’s ‘Nama’ to provide 50,000 low-rent homes

Government says it aims to “pay back Spaniards” for cost of financial crisis

By Guy HedgecoeWed Apr 19 2023 - 05:00

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