Economy Rising costs and slowing demand pull back manufacturing sector Activity contracted in March after a rise the previous month Kathleen Gallagher April 2, 2024 The Irish manufacturing sector contracted in March as it was hit by rising costs and slowing demand. Picture: Post Reporter News AIB Inflation Manufacturing LATEST NEWS17:45Movers and shakers: AIB, Lidl, Pepper Advantage, Collen17:42Mark Anthony Brands grows presence with One Charlemont Square lease17:39Extended East Wall four-bed with parking guides €595,00017:37Hotels take the spotlight as CRE industry rebounds and gears up for a busy second half of 202417:35Just what the doctor ordered: period delight on the River Eske17:35Cut-stone gem in Carlow with AMV under €700k