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Irish consumer confidence falls to lowest level since December 2022
All elements of sentiment focussed on household finances notably weak in April, while largest monthly decline was outlook for jobs
Credit unions take step towards combining treasury functions to aid lending
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Milestone would come six years after Central Bank lifted limits on long term lending
Irish consumer sentiment well down year-on-year as ‘nervousness’ pervades
Personal finances ‘remain under strain for many households’, Irish League of Credit Unions report says
Cost-of-living concerns ‘still weigh on consumers’, survey shows
Index tracking public sentiment about economy is markedly lower than year ago
Credit unions explore ‘central treasury function’ to unlock €9.9bn mortgage and SME lending
Move follows Central Bank’s decision to increase sector’s lending limits earlier this year
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