One can hope! Experts think housing prices in Ireland will soon level off. According to a new survey carried out by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI), the results of which are based on the responses of 175 estate agents. The report revealed that estate agents can expect national property prices to increase around […]

8 months ago

The general rate of inflation is beginning to ease in Ireland and today experts are warning households that this does not mean prices will reduce. In fact, it simply means prices will begin to rise at a slower rate than before with more price hikes forecast in several key areas over the coming months. Among […]

2 years ago

Alcohol and tobacco were other goods which defied the fall in the State’s inflation rate. Despite seeing the State inflation rate fall during May, prices for hotels and restaurants continued to rise across the country. Last month was the third in succession in which the general rate of inflation fell, owing largely to the continued […]

3 years ago

It seems the only way is up when it comes to electricity and gas prices. Bord Gáis has become the latest energy provider to increase the cost of its electricity and gas, announcing its second major price hike this year. From 2 October, the average residential electricity bill with the company will rise by €48.25 […]

3 years ago

“The rise is going to be substantial.” Your favourite takeaway could be the next thing to be hit with a major price hike, thanks to inflation. Members of the Department of Finance has that the cost of staple foods along with takeaway meals could rise before the end of the year. Speaking at a Dáil […]

4 years ago

“It is quite possible that there will be further increases.” Price hikes are here to stay for the “foreseeable future”, according to Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath. Rising inflation and the increasing cost of living in Ireland has become a frequent subject of conversation in recent weeks, with President Michael D. Higgins […]

4 years ago