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# Steady as She Grows

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Life in the slow lane: Irish business outlook 'steady' compared to bullish 2013

After major improvements towards the end of 2013, Irish businesses are making slower progress this year.

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Aug 5th 2014, 10:39 AM

Here's why the OECD thinks we need to cut €2 billion in the budget

The head of the Irish desk says our credibility is on the line.

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May 7th 2014, 12:00 PM

Business sentiment hits 7 year high

But changes in the level of activity are “fairly modest”.

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May 1st 2014, 11:57 AM