Economy ECB will know ‘a lot more’ to make rate cut decision by June, Philip Lane says ECB chief economist said the lender will have a clearer view on price growth in the second quarter
Interest Rates ECB must cut rates twice before summer break, Yannis Stournaras saysThe European Central Bank governing council member said Europe should not wait for the US to move on interest rates before making a cut
Europe Digital euro of ‘incredible importance’ to future of currency, Donohoe saysEuropean Central Bank recently began preparatory work for to develop a platform and the needed infrastructure for the digital euro project
Inflation Explainer: Why Irish pockets should be happy about Germany’s ailing economyGermany was the worst performing major economy last year and continued negative news from the country may help bring interest rates lower
Economy Ireland’s economy to outpace Euro area, UK and US this year, EY Ireland analysis findsReport finds that the country is expected to record continued job gains as inflation moderates and the interest rate cycle turns
Economy Eurozone inflation slows less than expected, clouding hopes of ECB cutsConsumer prices rose 2.8 per cent across Europe from a year ago in January, above analysts estimates
Economy Irish investors move €2.5bn from cash to beat inflationDavy sees surge in activity of moving funds into highly liquid investments
Stock Take Stock Take: Are AIB and Bank of Ireland as sensitive to falling interest rates as they claim?Both lenders are forecasting a sharp drop in net interest income if rates are cut this year, but it’s likely they will continue to enjoy bumper profits in 2024
Markets Market wrap: Corre Energy tumbles as focus shifts to US stocksInvestors will be watching for results from the Republican presidential primary as voters in New Hampshire head to the polls.
Banking Irish banks tighten credit standards as demand for business loans increaseIrish firms are continuing to look for loans, bucking a trend seen in the wider eurozone
Technology ECB to spend €1.3bn on preparations for a digital euroAn estimated 130 central banks are considering plans for digital currency with the ECB stressing that while it is moving nearer to introducing one, this is not guaranteed
Personal Finance Personal Finance: These tax changes are set to boost your pocket in 2024There are reasons to be cheerful about your personal finances this year
BP Exclusive Michael McGrath exclusive: ‘We’ve turned corner on inflation and economy will remain strong in 2024’ Finance minister tells
Opinion Ian Guider: Investors bet on the roaring ‘20s starting next yearFinancial markets have wagered the house on a presumption that the risks and issues which made the last few years problematic will end
The Big Picture Vincent Boland: Magnificent Seven fire America ahead in the battle against inflationAs the head of Fed tells investors the fight has been won, the concentration of value in a handful of tech giants is risky and problematic
Economy Rising wages will put ‘squeeze’ on profits in 2024, Philip Lane warnsThe European Central Bank chief economist forecast that many firms will be unable to pass on increased costs to consumers
Economy Strong wage growth set to fuel another wave of inflation, warns ECB’s Philip LaneThe chief economist of the European Central Bank said wage growth across Europe will drive higher consumption and continued inflation next year
Inflation End to inflation crisis may be in sight as high interest rates biteRate of price rises has fallen sharply in both US and Europe – while Ireland’s inflation rate, though also down, is still above average at 3.6 per cent
Economy Interest rates will fall in second half of 2024, Barclays executive predictsJulien Lafargue, chief market strategist at Barclays Private Bank, believes interest rates have peaked across the developed economy
Stock Take Bank shares may be a better bet than savings as profits roar back to Celtic Tiger levels While the thought of investing in lenders again may send a shiver down the spine of some, it will probably earn you more than leaving cash on deposit