Author: Philip Lane

The U.S. and Irish Credit Crises: Their Distinctive Differences and Common Features

Gregory Connor, Thomas Flavin and Brian Kelly write on this topic in Irish Economy Note No. 10.

Dealing with Fiscal Deficits

The Economist provides an analysis of the difficulties in reducing fiscal deficits: you can read the article here.

Recovery strategy needs to integrate investment focus

John McHale writes on the importance of public investment in assisting recovery in today’s Irish Times: you can read his article here.

Euro area commercial property markets and their impact on banks

The February ECB bulletin carries an interesting article on commercial property markets across the euro area; it is striking to compare the boom-bust cycle in Ireland relative to other countries: you can download the bulletin here.

Introductory Statement by Governor Honohan to Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance and the Public Service

The opening statement by Governor Honohan can be read here.