What would a no-deal Brexit mean for the biggest sectors of the Irish economy?A comprehensive guide to the massive impact likely if the UK crashes out of the EUFri Sept 13 2019 - 05:44
Explainer: The Boris backstop – an idea not without roadblocksHow might a Northern Ireland-only compromise look and how might it work?Thu Sept 12 2019 - 16:46
Is it true to say Ireland is one of the world's biggest tax havens?Smart Money: Is Ireland’s reputation on tax is taking a big batteringThu Sept 12 2019 - 11:39
Cliff Taylor: No-deal Brexit threat takes pre-election Budget off the tableAnalysis: Message the Government wants to send out is this may be difficult for Ireland but it is manageableWed Sept 11 2019 - 16:18
US support makes global tax deal more likely, says PwCOECD deal could lead to major multinationals paying less tax in Ireland, says leading consultantTue Sept 10 2019 - 06:40
Explainer: Where now for a Brexit deal after the Varadkar-Johnson meeting?Irish Border and backstop remain central to any breakthroughMon Sept 09 2019 - 12:10
Dealing with the toxic uncertainty of a no-deal BrexitOne thing is certain - a no-deal threatens a nasty economic sucker-punch for 2020Sat Sept 07 2019 - 08:17
Economic analysis: How to achieve the goals of No Child 2020Proposals to tackle child poverty sound costly, but are tiny in terms of overall spendSat Sept 07 2019 - 06:00
Sizzle and strife: Who gets the best cut when it comes to beef?Cattle farming is a loss-making business for most in sectorThu Sept 05 2019 - 11:38
Why the Taoiseach will refuse to discuss Johnson’s border ‘fix’Irish position is that any negotiations must be conducted with the EUTue Sept 03 2019 - 21:07
Brexit risks to North will make Ministers and officials lose sleepCliff Taylor: Economic hit will be harder, uncertainties great and politics possibly toxicSat Aug 17 2019 - 06:00
Shares are tumbling, interest rates are at zero – what does it mean for you?Smart Money: The four key things to watch for your financesThu Aug 15 2019 - 12:35
Cliff Taylor: Don’t waste time arguing about who gets an extra €5 in the budgetWith Brexit threats and Trump tariffs, it’s time to focus on the big issuesSat Aug 10 2019 - 13:28
Merging two economies: How would a united Ireland add up?Smart Money: Taoiseach spoke of new state – research shows the economic challengesThu Aug 08 2019 - 11:18
We could be on the brink of economic war between the US and ChinaNervous markets watch as new aggression replaces old rules of interdependenceWed Aug 07 2019 - 09:33
Brexit: Border poll would need ‘significant preparation’Government risk register issues a clear warning about Northern Ireland and no-dealMon Aug 05 2019 - 00:01
When will reality catch up with Boris Johnson on Brexit?Cliff Taylor: Does the British PM really expect to be rewarded for leaving EU by October 31st?Sat Aug 03 2019 - 06:00
Calling migrants: the Irish jobs market needs youSmart Money: Key sectors now rely on migrants to fill up to half of new jobsThu Aug 01 2019 - 12:37
Cliff Taylor: As a first-time buyer, should you be allowed to borrow more?We need to concentrate on affordable homes, not unaffordable loansWed Jul 31 2019 - 12:50
Sterling is canary in no-deal Brexit coalmineCentral Bank estimates 34,000 fewer jobs by the end of 2020 if UK crashes out of EUWed Jul 31 2019 - 12:05
Tax changes will be a ‘big setback’ for Irish economy – Ashoka ModyFormer IMF official says corporate tax regime helped Ireland rebound from crisisWed Jul 31 2019 - 05:13
Time for ‘aggressive tax behaviour’ is over, says OECD reform directorProposed minimum corporate tax rate could affect State’s ability to attract FDITue Jul 30 2019 - 11:23
OECD plan for minimum tax on profits carries risks for Ireland – tax expertsStrong track record with multinationals may provide State with some protectionTue Jul 30 2019 - 11:18
EU serves notice on Ireland over tax-avoidance rule delayEuropean Commission may take State to court for stalling implementation until 2024Tue Jul 30 2019 - 05:53
Ireland’s love affair with multinationals is set to change - but how can we adapt?The days of Ireland using its corporate tax regime as a key attraction for foreign direct investment may be numbered - but where do we go next?Sat Jul 27 2019 - 06:00
No-deal Brexit budget now the only optionForget talk about tax cuts and €5 extra week for all welfare recipientsSat Jul 27 2019 - 06:00
What do the new mortgage figures tell us about the property market?Smart Money: With house prices and construction stalling, what’s going on?Thu Jul 25 2019 - 13:43
Boris and the backstop: why the Irish Border is back centre stageExplainer: the backstop plan is now the crunch issue between London and BrusselsTue Jul 23 2019 - 09:09
Brexit compromise acceptable to all sides likely to prove elusiveCliff Taylor: The route to a deal between Boris Johnson and the EU looks impossibly narrowSat Jul 20 2019 - 06:00
Will Boris Johnson send sterling spiralling towards parity – and what would this mean?Smart Money: How does a plunge affect the economy and consumers?Thu Jul 18 2019 - 12:09
What the British Ambassador would say about IrelandOne wonders if the Irish have a plan or are just hoping for the bestSat Jul 13 2019 - 13:56
The best school for your child? New Irish research has news for parentsSmart Money: Going to a fee-paying school does not guarantee the best educationThu Jul 11 2019 - 19:50
Brexit no-deal: The five key questions you need answeredNo-deal scenario will move a lot of the pain into a shorter period and increase costsWed Jul 10 2019 - 11:04
Need for checks on imports under no-deal Brexit admittedCoveney refers to non-Border ‘action’ on goods from North as pessimism growsWed Jul 10 2019 - 01:05
Fair play to farmers – but they can’t be let hijack Mercosur debateDeal pushes back against unprecedented challenges to free tradeSat Jul 06 2019 - 06:00
Tax and Ireland - what you pay and how it compares to the rest of the EUSmart Money: Five key points on how taxes here compare with the rest of EU, and why it’s importantThu Jul 04 2019 - 14:16
Irish long-term interest rates hit record lowBond investors cheer Christine Lagarde’s nomination for ECB presidencyWed Jul 03 2019 - 19:21
Lagarde faces tough challenge as ECB battles to revive inflationNominee as head of European Central Bank an experienced and pragmatic politicianTue Jul 02 2019 - 19:43
How to stop a no-deal Brexit drama turning into a crisisCliff Taylor: An old-style pre-election budget would be a recipe for economic troubleSat Jun 29 2019 - 06:00
Job types and location: how do your earnings compare?Smart Money: workers in areas most exposed to Brexit are amongst the least well-offFri Jun 28 2019 - 10:34
Red faces for Donohoe and Makhlouf over ‘hacking’ reportWould NZ treasury chief have got Central Bank job if controversy blew up before interviews?Thu Jun 27 2019 - 11:57
Three things Paschal Donohoe must decide before the budgetThe key decisions set up by the summer statement – and what they mean for youTue Jun 25 2019 - 15:52
Explainer: What is the Government’s Summer Statement?Minister’s presentation is one of the key steps toward the budget for next yearTue Jun 25 2019 - 10:53
Donohoe to table tight budget as cash set aside for no-deal BrexitGovernment facing budget deficit if UK crashes out of EUMon Jun 24 2019 - 21:20
We can’t afford to double our bets on avoiding a no-deal BrexitBudget 2020: It is vital that initial plans for next year are modestMon Jun 24 2019 - 16:21
Interest rates are heading down. But will your mortgage rate fall?Smart Money: Unexpectedly, EU and US rates may decline againThu Jun 20 2019 - 12:10
Trump’s tweets stoke up tensions and keep interest rates lowCliff Taylor: The days of ‘money for nothing’ might not be overTue Jun 18 2019 - 12:32
We are building the wrong houses, in the wrong places at the wrong pricesCliff Taylor: Barriers remain high, including the sheer cost of erecting a homeMon Jun 17 2019 - 13:43
Tory push to ‘just get on’ with Brexit threatens Irish Border crisisCliff Taylor: Britain’s next PM may be willing to run the risks to the North of a no-deal exitSat Jun 15 2019 - 06:10
You have more money in your pocket but why doesn’t it feel like it?Smart Money : As salaries increase, who is cashing in and why are many missing the feelgood factorThu Jun 13 2019 - 13:33
