IMF Staff Country Reports

Ireland : Eighth Review Under the Extended Arrangement; Staff Report; Staff Supplements; and Press Release on the Executive Board discussion

Author/Editor:

International Monetary Fund. European Dept.

Publication Date:

December 19, 2012

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

The Eighth Review Under the Extended Arrangement discusses Ireland’s fiscal policy, financial reforms, economic growth, and employment. The policy implementation of Ireland continued to remain strong, even though the country has been susceptible to global financial shocks. Ireland’s steadfast policy implementation has helped access to market funding; however, public debt continued to remain high. The authorities have been finalizing a consolidation package for 2013, with measures that are durable, equitable, and as growth-friendly as possible.

Series:

Country Report No. 12/336

Subject:

Bank reforms Bank restructuring Debt sustainability analysis Economic indicators Extended arrangement reviews Financial sector Fiscal consolidation Fiscal policy Ireland Press releases Staff reports Unemployment