The Irish Times

Oil spikes to seven-year high as markets avoid Russian supply

Supply disruption fears mount following hefty sanctions on Russian banks

Wed Mar 02 2022 - 08:04

World shares hit record as investors hold to dovish Fed bets

European shares expected to dip following Monday’s gains

Tue Sept 07 2021 - 07:35

Dow rises to historic high as optimism grows for US economy

One of Wall Street’s oldest stock markets pushes above 30,000 for first time

Tue Nov 24 2020 - 20:31

How Australia brought coronavirus under control

Hardline approach has had impressive results, prompting several governments to seek advice

Sun Nov 15 2020 - 15:37

Dublin tech conference UXDX expanding overseas

Conference organisers to hold Asia-Pac event in March with in-person event following year

Mon Sept 28 2020 - 09:48

New Zealand in deepest ever recession due to Covid-19 slump

GDP contracted 12.2% in Q2, the sharpest drop on record

Thu Sept 17 2020 - 09:44

Coronavirus: Airline crises, Cheltenham gels, Australian plummets and Olympic wobbles

Planet Business: Now wash your hands

Fri Mar 13 2020 - 05:00

Westpac Banking apologises over child porn money-laundering claim

Dozen of Australian bank’s clients alleged to have funnelled money to pay for sexual abuse

Fri Nov 22 2019 - 20:32

Westpac accused of Australia’s biggest money laundering breach

Financing laws broken by bank on 23 million occasions in six years, it is alleged in court

Wed Nov 20 2019 - 14:22

Global stocks rally on renewed hope of US-China trade deal

Haven assets including gold and yen lose lustre while renminbi strengthens

Mon Jul 01 2019 - 11:25

Australia to fast-track UK trade pact in event of no-deal Brexit

Canberra vetoes UK’s aim to join Trans-Pacific partnership as it is ‘not in the Pacific’

Sun Feb 17 2019 - 18:37

New Zealand pride parade in chaos after police ban

Major sponsors pull out of parade amid criticism of organisers’ decision

Wed Nov 21 2018 - 07:17

First look: Dublin Swift, the new fast ferry to Holyhead

The trip to Wales takes two hours on Irish Ferries’ comfortable, contemporary craft

Mon May 14 2018 - 11:33

Cancelled sailings could cost Irish Ferries owner up to €2.8m

ICG chief indicates belief that group has done more than legally required to compensate affected passengers

Thu May 10 2018 - 15:22

Australian banking inquiry exposes litany of abuses

Alleged abuses include bribery ring using forged documents

Sat May 05 2018 - 05:18

Stocks find some support after China-linked jitters

Beijing responds to Trump move by unveiling plans for tariffs on US imports

Fri Mar 23 2018 - 16:36

Ferries group ICG announces new financing deal

Group concludes financing agreements with Allied Irish Bank and Bank of Ireland

Fri Dec 01 2017 - 10:54

Fenergo to create 100 jobs in push towards €100m revenue target

Fintech firm announces two senior appointments as headcount approaches 600

Thu Sept 07 2017 - 06:44

New Zealand press react: SBW ban sparks rare selection debate

Kiwi media address Hansen’s midfield quandry with Gatland the weekend winner

Mon Jul 03 2017 - 07:00

Australia: Counting the costs

Cost of living in Australia: Will the move be worth your while financially?

Thu Oct 27 2016 - 01:00

Sterling breaches 90p barrier against euro after ‘flash crash’

Pressure on Irish exporters while British business leaders plead with PM over Brexit and Chancellor tries to restore calm

Fri Oct 07 2016 - 21:52

Irish Ferries owner extends charter of high-speed craft

Irish Continental Group had initially chartered ‘Westpac Express’ to US firm last June

Fri Sept 30 2016 - 09:40

ICG sees tourism bookings recover after Brexit wobble

Earnings at Irish ferry group rose 19.6%, driven by car and freight volumes

Wed Aug 31 2016 - 07:47

Stocks unchanged as Draghi announces similar inflation forecasts

Dublin closes without movement

Thu Jun 02 2016 - 19:43

ICG takes delivery of high-speed craft Westpac Express

Irish Ferries owner says it took delivery of craft on June 1st

Thu Jun 02 2016 - 11:49

Irish Ferries owner acquires new high-speed vessel for $13.25m

ICG owner says it expects to take ownership of Westpac Express by late May

Fri Apr 15 2016 - 09:11

Asian shares scale fresh 4-month highs

Oil prices fall ahead of major producer meeting as OPEC warns of slowing demand

Thu Apr 14 2016 - 07:50

Global markets jump in response to US rate hike

Long-anticipated though modest increase also lifted dollar but piled more pain on oil

Thu Dec 17 2015 - 14:25

Sydney letter: Turnbull credited with turnaround

The change in Liberal leader has led to a sharp increase in consumer confidence

Mon Nov 16 2015 - 01:01

China cuts tax on smaller cars to help economy

Sales tax cut amid various positive signs for the Chinese economy

Tue Oct 06 2015 - 04:00

Shenzhen ramps up its retail therapy spaces

Ten malls to open in next two years as city tries to compete with Hong Kong

Tue Aug 05 2014 - 01:30

Rugby World Cup is not a cheap date

Ticket prices are more expensive than Ireland’s recent game against the All Blacks

Thu Nov 28 2013 - 01:05

Bank of Japan aims to double monetary base to tackle deflation

Aggressive purchase of long-term bonds aimed at ending economic malaise

Fri Apr 05 2013 - 06:30