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Annual inflation increases to 1.9% in May from 1.6% in April – flash CSO data

The annual rate of inflation increased to 1.9% in May, up from 1.6% in April, a flash estimate of the ...
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Central Bank recorded a €132m loss in 2023

The Central Bank made a loss of €132.1m last year, as a result of monetary policy decisions taken across the ...
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Tech companies call for introduction of AI regulations

Major technology companies have called on politicians to regulate artificial intelligence. Appearing before TDs and senators on the Oireachtas Enterprise ...
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Average weekly earnings up 4.7% in first quarter of 2024 – CSO

New figures from the Central Statistics Office show that average weekly earnings rose by 4.7% to stand at €969.12 in ...
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€100m stolen through frauds and scams in Ireland in 2023

Almost €100m was stolen by fraudsters through frauds and scams last year, new data shows. That represents an increase of ...
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ECB to focus on quarterly meetings with slow, gradual rate cuts – Knot

The European Central Bank can gradually reduce interest rates given the decline in inflation, and decisions on future cuts could ...
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EU critical materials rules could lead to new Irish mines

New EU rules have come into effect aimed at ensuring the union has access to a secure and sustainable supply ...
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Lowest rate of annual increase in employment in three years – CSO

The number of people in employment in the first quarter of the year stood at 2.7 million, a rise of ...
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Mortgage approvals up again in April driven by first time buyers

New mortgage approvals rose again by both value and volume in April, driven by continued strong demand from first time ...
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