The two things that make Ireland expensive: Energy and housing – The Irish Times
The sources of stress differ across regions. In developing countries, it’s food prices. In the US, healthcare often…
Record €66bn in tax collected in first eight months of 2026 – The Irish Times
Government spending is rising more quickly in percentage terms than tax receipts even as a record €66 billion…
€1.5bn to be set aside for tax package for workers in summer economic statement – The Irish Times
Tough negotiations in the autumn on Government spending plans for next year will be indicated by pre-budget figures…
Will my next restaurant bill be cheaper because of this week’s VAT cut? – The Irish Times
I see the Government has cut VAT for restaurants – hurrah, does this mean my meal will be…
Buoyant tax receipts provide cover for runaway State spending – The Irish Times
Evergreen tax receipts have insulated the public finances through one of the most volatile periods of economic history,…
Strong tax returns of €50bn strengthen Government’s budgetary position – The Irish Times
Another strong month of corporation tax receipts in June has strengthened the Government’s finances ahead of the budget.…
IFAC: Ireland could see €13bn annual climate bill by 2050
The cost of missing EU fines coupled with revenue loss from the shift towards electric vehicles and electrification…
Ireland faces €13bn annual bill by 2050 for missing climate targets – The Irish Times
Failing to meet the State’s climate targets could cost the exchequer up to €13 billion a year by…
Ireland would run deficit without foreign income: Report
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Targeted supports more critical amid a gradual economic slowdown – The Irish Times
Reports from the Central Bank, the ESRI and the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council this month all give similar…
Ireland’s reliance on multinationals extends ‘far beyond’ corporation tax, warns watchdog – The Irish Times
The Republic’s reliance on foreign-owned multinationals extends “far beyond” corporation tax, with almost a third of the State’s…
Look under the hood. There are ‘echoes of 2006’ in the Irish economy – The Irish Times
A bit like a footballer who celebrates getting on the World Cup scoresheet after blasting the ball past…