Austin Hughes

Irish Consumers Cautious But Positive Ahead Of Christmas

Irish consumer sentiment held steady for December as concerns over economic outlook were offset by relaxing of household finances.

Irish consumer sentiment remained unchanged in November as increased spending was countered by uncertain geopolitical terrain.

Irish consumer sentiment rose modestly in October, according to the latest Consumer Sentiment Survey compiled with Core Research.

Irish consumer sentiment remained largely unchanged in September, signalling a ‘watch, wait and worry’ mindset ahead of Budget 25.

Irish consumer sentiment reached its best level in two and a half years in July, though no dramatic change indicated a general optimism.

Irish consumer sentiment has fallen for the fourth month in a row as continued pressure on the cost of living weighed on consumer thinking.

This month, Donna Ahern talks to Austin Hughes, economist, formerly with KBC, the Central Bank, Bord Fáilte and the Department of Finance.

Irish consumer sentiment weakened for the first time in 5 months in August, research shows.

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