Although the transformation in economic performance is relatively recent, the Irish economy is an interesting case study into the link between economic policy and growth. More . . .
Inflation is low and unemployment has fallen.
Ireland has avoided some of the dips experienced by many other OECD economies too over the last decade. But this favourable disposition of the Irish economy does not explain the remarkable growth record of recent years. More . . . Growth is still generally good and fears of a recession are exaggerated. A mild short-term dip in the U.S. is likely, but other economies, particularly in Europe, will perform well.