Troika Say Still More to be done in Ireland

The  EC, ECB and IMF (aka. The Troika) carried out their 11th Review Mission to Ireland  recently. Overall the  media seem to be reporting that Ireland “passed the bailout review” – but there are still several areas where the Troika have concerns. The statement published on the IMF website mentions that “Recent national accounts data […]
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State Savings Interest Rates Reduced

Most of the state savings products offered by the NTMA (National Treasury Management Agency)  have had their interest rates reduced this week. The lower rates only apply to  new purchases made from June 3rd .  If you already hold  Savings Bonds, Savings Certificates, Instalment Savings or National Solidarity Bonds – your interest rate will not […]
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