Iran war shock will ‘test resilience’ of Irish borrowers, says Central Bank
Authority also highlights risk of ‘disorderly correction’ of global stock prices amid AI-driven surge in valuations
Cost of Living
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Currys attempts to fob off customer with faulty oven to the manufacturer
Debbie’s contract is with Currys and not with the maker of the oven
‘I’ve helped people clear debt for 30 years’ – here’s how to tackle it
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The ‘two good salaries but still broke’ problem: What’s behind it and what can you do?
Tax, children, new mortgage, lifestyle creep or bad planning: the many reasons you can feel the pinch
Over 80% of SMEs say costs have increased over past six months - CAI survey
SMES say they are being ‘squeezed from all sides’ against backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty and rising fuel prices
Unexpected charges and damage claims highlight widespread problems with car hire
Readers’ woes show there can be many bumps on the road for holidaymakers
Household supports in Budget 2027 must be temporary and target most vulnerable, says IMF
Coalition must broaden tax base by closing ‘VAT gap’ and increasing property tax take
When dinner in Dublin costs about the same as Switzerland, how do the Irish afford it?
I ended up in Switzerland by accident, with a view of the Matterhorn from my window
All attempts to use a Ryanair voucher have failed, says ‘staunch supporter’ of airline
Ray bought €200 gift card as an 18th birthday present for his granddaughter
‘Now come the shortages’: Why the global energy crisis may just be starting
Oil futures markets are sanguine, but history shows expectations have often been disappointed
Fertiliser prices in Ireland spiked by 15.3% towards end of last year
Irish farmers hit with price rise double the EU average as European Commission proposes package of measures to ensure supplies
France rolls out €1 three-course student meals – here is what’s on the menu
Cheap three-course lunches are aimed at easing financial hardship among young people
Bond vultures circle British government as threat of renewed political upheaval returns
Markets fear moves to topple Keir Starmer will entail a leftward shift politically and looser spending protocols
Irish consumer sentiment improves, but public still ‘nervous’ about household finances
Middle East ceasefire and government energy support measures have helped confidence
Poverty rate doubles among older people living alone, St Vincent de Paul says
Charity calls for emergency energy summit as utility bills continue to rise, Oireachtas committee hears
‘It was so cold in Ireland, I thought, oh my God, I don’t think I’ll survive this’
Dorcas Mafuva and her husband Lloyd have seen radical changes in Dublin since they moved from Zimbabwe in 2001
Couple setting up new home on their ‘disastrous experience’ with Virgin Media
A reader’s husband has a job that requires remote working. Their problems started when they moved to a new-build property
A puffer jacket arrives in the wrong size and colour – and a reader is given the runaround
Pat was very disappointed with a garment bought from Maison-Vaison, then enraged after multiple emails and ultimately being ghosted
Janice Boylan leads Dublin Central byelection race with Gerry Hutch in third, poll shows
Daniel Ennis of Social Democrats strongly positioned to benefit from transfers in later counts
Irish inflation rises to 3.7% on back of energy price shock
Biggest drivers of increase are transport fuels and home heating oil
Is Ireland’s housing market finally turning?
Inflation is moderating and higher interest rates are expected but supply remains a challenge on other side of the equation
Irish inflation could hit 7% if Hormuz blockade continues for rest of year – AIB
Real wage growth will be offset by higher rate of inflation, leaving households marginally worse off on average, bank says
Could we be heading toward a world recession if Trump can’t broker a deal with Iran?
Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock
People in Ireland want to know where our money goes. The answer is depressing
Ireland spends €250,000 training doctors to work in Australia. That’s just one symptom of a much bigger problem
Public pay talks must address concerns of ordinary workers, says trade union boss
Fórsa general secretary Kevin Callinan says citizens are losing faith on a wide range of issues
Reader caught out by Complete Savings subscription: ‘I never knowingly signed up’
Many people face a charge without being fully aware, but a refund is available
FedEx messing sees woman facing debt collectors
Protracted back and forth over charges for package is a stressful experience
‘It’s not Paschal’s seat’: Left-wing candidates on trail in Dublin Central byelection
Janet Horner (Green Party), Ruth O’Dea (Labour) and Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin (PBP) among those seeking to fill seat vacated by former FG minister
Fianna Fáil ‘made a difference’ in housing, Taoiseach says
Micheál Martin speaks of attitude in his party to ‘get things done’
Paula was ‘disappointed with Ireland’s premier airline’ but Aer Lingus followed the rules
Airline says flight cancellation was due to extraordinary circumstances that were outside its control
‘People are geared towards voting left’: Helen Ogbu hopes for a Labour win in Galway West
Independent candidate Sheila Garrity believes recent poll not reflective of what she is hearing on ground on byelection canvass
Are young people being left out of the cost-of-living debate?
Calls grow for focus on youth income adequacy and support measures
Senior public sector managers say pay must be competitive to ensure recruitment
Association of Higher Civil and Public Servants conference hears public sector pay deal must take account of inflation
‘Look at gas, electricity, food’: Living costs weigh on elderly voters in Dublin Central
Little apparent support for Government parties as electors turn to Independents and Opposition candidates
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