Retirement beyond 66 increasingly viewed as a financial necessity for many workers
A growing proportion of workers in Ireland believe they will need to remain in employment well beyond the traditional retirement ...
Read More Construction activity continues to decline, though signs of stabilisation emerge
Activity across Ireland’s construction sector declined again in December, marking the eighth consecutive month of contraction, according to the latest ...
Read More PTSB reduces variable rates on State-backed retrofit loans
Permanent TSB has announced a reduction in its variable interest rates for homeowners borrowing under the Government-supported Home Energy Upgrade ...
Read More UK economy posts stronger-than-forecast growth in November
The UK economy recorded a stronger-than-anticipated expansion in November, supported by a rebound in manufacturing activity and improved performance across ...
Read More Dollar dominance under pressure amid global shifts, analyst warns
The US dollar continues to hold its position as the world’s leading reserve currency, yet signs are emerging that its ...
Read More Global unemployment set to remain steady, but quality of work remains a major concern
Global unemployment is expected to remain broadly unchanged through 2026, according to new analysis from the International Labour Organization. While ...
Read More Consumer Confidence Ends 2025 Muted Despite Solid Economic Growth
Irish consumer confidence closed out 2025 at a relatively low level, reflecting persistent concerns about living costs even as headline ...
Read More First Home Scheme Supports Nearly 5,000 Purchases Since Launch
New figures from the latest quarterly update show that the First Home Scheme has played a significant role in helping ...
Read More Gold reaches record levels as political tensions drive demand for safe-haven assets
Gold prices surged to unprecedented levels today, reflecting heightened investor anxiety amid escalating geopolitical tensions and growing uncertainty around US ...
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