News roundup: Monday's top stories

Noonan says EU has made "a lot of ground" toward Greek accord; Irish home prices fall eight per cent in October and Elderfield says ECB must have funds and tools before banking union.

The top stories on Monday, November 26th

**The top local and international business news at midday on Monday:**

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**Noonan** says EU has made "a lot of ground" toward Greek accord.

**European shares** decline as finance ministers debate Greece.

**ECB** must have funds, tools before banking union - Elderfield.

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**Irish home prices** down 8% year-on-year in October - CSO.

**AIB** to speed up loan decisions for SME customers.

**Irish executives** cautiously optimistic about economy.

**Bruton** launches cloud computing technology ...