Northern Ireland’s US investment opportunities and infrastructure challenges.
Business rates pressure on NI hospitality and why turnover no longer reflects capacity to pay.
UK Budget promises growth, but OBR forecasts weak productivity and limited impact. Tax drag and income squeeze remain key challenges.
Is Rachel Reeves the ‘unlucky general’? A sharp look at the UK Budget, market pressures, and the Chancellor’s economic challenge.
Northern Ireland faces a wastewater crisis. New funding options could unlock vital housing, jobs, and environmental protections—if action is taken.
There’s a lot of talk in Northern Ireland about “regional balance”. Few argue with the principle that economic opportunity should be more evenly spread across the region. The challenge, as ever, lies in turning principle into practice.
At first glance, the Northern Ireland economy looks steady. The latest batch of data from NISRA paints a relatively stable picture. Unemployment is low.
The Spring Statement from Chancellor Rachel Reeves was squarely aimed at retaining economic credibility in the face of worsening global economic conditions.
Northern Ireland faces renewed trade uncertainty under Trump. Learn how tariffs, FDI risks, and economic shifts could impact businesses and how to stay resilient.
Explore the stark differences in pace between Northern Ireland and the south's Programmes for Government, and their impact on public services and infrastructure.
Explore how regional balance policies aim to boost Northern Ireland's economy without undermining Belfast's pivotal role in growth, productivity, and innovation.
Labour’s UK Budget delivers major tax hikes and funding shifts, aiming to stabilise finances and boost growth. Discover the big implications ahead.
Explore the economic impact of Casement Park, Euro 2028, and Northern Ireland’s lost opportunities. Learn how fiscal challenges may shape future investments and growth.
Northern Ireland's Programme for Government remains elusive, raising concerns about addressing urgent issues like infrastructure, health, and housing amid tight finances.
Labour's economic plan focuses on stability, self-sufficiency, and growth. New leaders will need economic luck to navigate challenges and ensure progress.
Despite challenges, with £1.5 billion investments, Northern Ireland's hotel sector shows promising growth. But as poverty persists, the economic landscape remains complex.