Designing a Personal Investment Account for Ireland

The Misaligned Compass:  How Europe’s Quest for Digital Competitiveness and Sovereignty is Going Off Track

The EU’s policy agenda risks focusing on size, scale, and hype, to a greater extent than quality and substance, in ways that may undermine the pursuit of a sovereign and competitive Europe.

Unpacking the US Tariffs

This explainer details what a tariff is and how it impacts the economy. It also explore President Trump’s tariffs and their effect on the world.

The Moving Puzzle: Trump, Trade Tariffs and the Windsor Framework

President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs set differentiated tariff levels for the UK and the EU that place Northern Ireland in a unique position due to the special post-Brexit rules that oblige the UK Internal Market and EU Single Market to co-exist. With the end of 90-day pause of the implementation of Trump’s tariffs on 9 July now looming, the immediate challenge for businesses and policy makers on the island of Ireland is that Northern Ireland finds itself in a distinct position where not one, but two potentially different tariff regimes may coincide on the island of Ireland.

Assessing the Regulatory Process in a Rapidly Changing World

This paper looks at the changing role of regulation through a series of questions. It looks at the purpose of regulations and cutting red tape. This paper also explores the Trump Administation’s initiatives on red tape, as well as the European Commission’s proposals on the topic. The paper also considers Ireland’s place in this new world of deregulation.

Strengthening the Single Market: An Overview of the Enrico Letta Report

This paper summarises the Letta report’s main points and suggestions, presents some reactions to the report and concludes with some potential priorities.

Horizon Scanning for Enterprise Growth

Scope to enhance the Regulatory Impact Analysis Process in Ireland

Northern Ireland Subvention: Possible Unification Effects

This IIEA note on the subvention to support the Northern Ireland Budget updates an earlier version in FitzGerald and Morgenroth, (2019), and additional evidence provided by FitzGerald and Morgenroth to an Oireachtas Committee in 2021.

Don’t Break the Bank: Economic Considerations and Design Implications for a Central Bank Digital Currency

Europe’s Long Winter:  Escaping the Energy Crisis

This paper makes recommendations that policymakers should consider to enhance the resilience of the EU’s energy sector.

The Frugals, the Free-Spenders and the Friendly Hawks: In Search of a New European Fiscal Policy Consensus

This paper, by IIEA Economics Researcher, Daire Lawler will explore the future of the EU’s fiscal policy.

Fit for Purpose or Overly Taxing? - The EU’s Business Taxation Agenda for the 21st Century

This paper will explore three of the European Commission’s central proposals within its business taxation agenda, namely: the proposal for a single corporate tax rulebook, the digital levy, and the country-by-country reporting Directive.

The Corporate Tax Conundrum: Why the OECD negotiations are crucial for Ireland

This paper attempts to analyse the current state of play of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on base erosion and profit shifting, (BEPS), assess its possible future direction of travel, and discuss what it will mean both for Ireland and the rest of the world.

Judging the Eurozone: The Role of National Courts and the European Court of Justice in adjudicating on Europe’s Economic and Monetary Union

This paper identifies characteristics and trends in European Court of Justice and national court rulings relating to the functioning and evolution of the Eurozone.

Green Central Banking: Options for the ECB on Climate Change

This paper outlines several possible options for the ECB to be a major catalyst for climate action both through its monetary policy and regulatory decisions.

Greening the European Investment Bank

This briefing examines the European Investment Bank’s recent activities in support of climate action and considers its capacity to finance the green transition in the EU.

Ireland and the Changing Global Foreign Direct Investment Landscape

In this paper for the IIEA, Frank Barry discusses five major developments in the external FDI landscape with a focus on their implications for the Irish economy.

Cut to The Chase:  US Corporate Tax Reform – The Implications for Ireland

In this paper, Professor Frank Barry of Trinity College Dublin outlines the history of corporate tax policy in Ireland and the US and discusses how the systems interacted up to the time of the recent changes. The likely implications of the new US tax regime for inward FDI in Ireland are also considered.

UK Election Results and Economic Prospects

This briefing note, by IIEA Senior Fellow, Tony Brown, summarises recent developments in the UK and presents a snapshot of the British political and economic state of play since the election on 8 June 2017.

New Ideas – France, Germany and the Future of the Euro Area

This IIEA policy brief examines and compares the reforms proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron and by the European Commission to solidify and strengthen the Euro area economy.

The Potential €60 billion cost to the UK of exiting the EU

This note examines the possible components of the Brexit Bill, and assesses the widely reported estimate of €60 billion.

Capital Constraints – Balancing the EU Fiscal Rules with Ireland’s Capital Investment Needs

This IIEA policy briefing, Capital Constraints: Balancing the EU Fiscal Rules with Ireland’s Capital Investment, examines the main arguments that have been made as to whether or not fiscal rules contain an anti-investment bias that deters governments from pursuing large public spending projects.

Annual Report 2015

IIEA Annual Report 2015

European Recovery Project

In this paper, Dan O’Brien explores trends in the continent’s economic performance and suggests possible remedies.

Banking Union – Progress and Prospects

In this updated version of the IIEA’s October 2014 book, Pat McArdle, Chair of the IIEA’s Economists Group and Banking Union Group, describes the genesis of the Banking Union proposals in the context of the 2008 finanical crisis; explains Europe’s system of pan-euro area bank supervision and resolution; and assesses the prospects of the Banking Union as it stands.

Comments on the Five Presidents’ Report, ‘Completing Europe’s Economic and Monetary Union’

This paper examines which elements of the IIEA Economic Governance Group’s previous submission were adopted in the report as well as evaluating the proposals in the report.

The First Presidency Part 3

In this series of articles, Mr. Brown examines the preparations for the first Presidency, from Ireland’s accession to the European Communities in 1973 to its assumption of the Presidency responsibilities on 1 January 1975; reflects on the first meeting of the European Council, which was held in Dublin on 10-11 March 1975; and considers some of the main issues on the agenda and events which took place during the six-month term.

The First Presidency Part 2

In this series of articles, Mr. Brown examines the preparations for the first Presidency, from Ireland’s accession to the European Communities in 1973 to its assumption of the Presidency responsibilities on 1 January 1975; reflects on the first meeting of the European Council, which was held in Dublin on 10-11 March 1975; and considers some of the main issues on the agenda and events which took place during the six-month term

The First Presidency Part 1

In this series of articles, Mr. Brown examines the preparations for the first Presidency, from Ireland’s accession to the European Communities in 1973 to its assumption of the Presidency responsibilities on 1 January 1975; reflects on the first meeting of the European Council, which was held in Dublin on 10-11 March 1975; and considers some of the main issues on the agenda and events which took place during the six-month term.

Towards an Irish Foreign Policy for Britain

First, the paper assesses the current state of bilateral relations between Britain and Ireland, as exemplified by the Taoiseach and Prime Minister’s Joint Statement at Downing Street on 12 March 2012. It then examines the UK’s position on Europe and how its place within the EU may change over the coming years.

The Reform of Financial Supervision in Europe

IIEA Insights - New Year Economic Outlook

Europe’s Next Phase of Growth: Integration, Innovation, and the Digital Economy

A fire-side chat with Kyriakos Pierrakakis, Minister for Economy and Finance of Greece

Central Banking, Policy Implementation, and Balance Sheets

An Address by President Mary C. Daly, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

Monetary Policy and Democracy

In her address to the IIEA, Dr Leah Rose Ely Downey will argue against central bank independence, challenging its economic basis, and advocating democratic control over money creation and its terms.

The Israel-Iran Conflict: Implications and Outcomes

The Economic Outlook at Mid-Year

Our Dollar, Your Problem: An Insider’s View of Seven Turbulent Decades of Global Finance, and the Road Ahead

In his address to the IIEA, Professor Kenneth Rogoff will discuss his new book Our Dollar, Your Problem: An Insider’s View of Seven Turbulent Decades of Global Finance, and the Road Ahead.

Protecting Consumers in the Digital Age

Associate Professor Marie Jull Sørensen will discuss consumer protection in the digital age

A Brave New World of Tariffs: Trade Policies in a New Era

In her address to the IIEA, Cecilia Malmström discusses the effect that US trade policy has had on Europe and the wider world.

The Outlook for the UK Economy

In this talk, Professor Stephen Millard discusses the outlook for the UK economy in light of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement and accompanying OBR forecast.

Economic Priorities - An Address by the Governor of the Central Bank

An Address by Gabriel Makhlouf, Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland.

OECD Economic Survey of Ireland 2025 Launch

Speakers will include Paschal Donohoe TD, Minister for Finance and President of the Eurogroup

Enhancing Ground Transport Infrastructure for a Prosperous Ireland

A Panel discussion on enhancing ground transport infrastructure for a prosperous Ireland.

Rising to the Competitiveness Challenge – A New Era for EU Competition Policy?

An expert panel reflects on competition policy and competitiveness in the EU and how the Draghi report may influence the new Commission.

The French Vision for the European Business Agenda

As the conversation on the future of industrial policy in the European Union continues, questions on the future of European competitiveness, the green transition and trade policy have grown in importance.

Responding to the Challenge: In Conversation with Frank Elderson and Sharon Donnery

A Conversation with Frank Elderson, Member of the Executive Board of the European Central Bank; and Sharon Donnery, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland.

Horizon-Scanning for Enterprise Growth

SME Perspectives on European Digital Policy

Sebastiano Toffaletti provides an SME perspective on European digital policy

The Fiscal Theory of the Price Level and Asset Pricing

Britain, Ireland and Europe: where we are and where we’re going - IIEA Insights with Dan O’Brien

Inflation in the Eurozone

Philip Lane discusses the inflation outlook in the Eurozone at a time when hopes of a return to price stability are rising.

Investing in a Sustainable Future for All

Nadia Calviño outlines her priorities for her term as EIB President.

European Economic Security in a World of Interdependence

Jeromin Zettelmeyer diagnoses EU’s policy agenda on economic security. What has been achieved, where are the blind spots, and how can the chances of unintended consequences be minimised?

Digital Markets Act: The Opportunities for European Startups

Eoghan O’Neill, Senior Policy Officer, European Commission will outline how the DMA may help to provide new opportunities for startups in the EU.

Re-Risking Geopolitics

Nigel Inkster CMG discusses the rise of a more assertive China and intensifying cybersecurity threats.

Towards a Central Bank Digital Currency? One View from the United States

Mr Calabia shares recent research on the opportunities and challenges presented by the potential introduction of a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

A Central Bank Digital Currency for the Euro Area?

The Recovery and Resilience Facility: Progress and Challenges

Tony Murphy, President of the European Court of Auditors, delivers a keynote address on the subject of the Recovery and Resilience Facility.

The Unequal Effects of Globalisation

Professor Goldberg will call for exploring alternative policy approaches to globalisation, including place-based policies, while sustaining international cooperation.

The Great Crashes: Lessons from Global Meltdowns and How to Prevent Them

Africa’s Economic Outlook

Foreign Direct Investment – Continued Opportunity or Growing Challenge?

Martin Shanahan will discuss Ireland’s current environment as a location in which to do business and its future economic outlook.

The EU Banking Sector at a Crossroads

In his address to the IIEA, Mr Campa argues that the EU needs to continue to pursue a banking sector that supports the economy for the challenges ahead.

Further Advancing the Capital Markets Union

The Illusion of Control: Why Financial Crises Happen, and What We Can (and Can’t) Do About It

Professor Jón Danielsson discusses his new book, The Illusion of Control: Why Financial Crises Happen, and What We Can (and Can’t) Do About It

A Sustainable and Just Energy Transition: The Role of the European Parliament

In this webinar, a panel of expert speakers will consider the role of the European Parliament in creating a sustainable and just energy transition.

The White Paper on Enterprise and What It Means for Irish Business

Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment will deliver a keynote address discussing the recently published White Paper on Enterprise 2022-2030 and its implications for Irish business.

Department of Finance @ 100 and What the OECD Economic Survey Means for Ireland

Speakers will include Paschal Donohoe TD, Minister for Finance and President of the Eurogroup.

What’s Over the Horizon? Monetary Policy in 2023 and Beyond

In his address to the IIEA, Gabriel Makhlouf, Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, speaks about the path for monetary policy in the euro area in 2023 and beyond.

Xi Jinping’s Third Term: What Should the World Expect?

Kerry Brown, Professor of Chinese Studies and Director of the Lau China Institute at King’s College, China, will outline what to expect from Xi Jinping’s third term as Party Secretary.

Perseverance and Resilience: Rebuilding Ukraine

Odile Renaud-Basso, President of the EBRD outlines the role that the EBRD can play in rebuilding Ukraine in the future.

Italy’s New Government and What It Means for the EU

Dr Giuseppe Porcaro, Head of Outreach at Bruegel, will discuss the current political landscape in Italy

Restoring Multilateralism: Making International Trade Work for All

Angela Paolini Ellard, WTO Deputy Director-General, delivers an address reflecting on how the WTO and governments across the world can harness international trade to develop a safer and more prosperous world.

Living and Working in an Era of Disruption – Insights from Eurofound

The Digital Transformation: Addressing Consumer Vulnerability

This expert panel discusses how digital consumer vulnerability can be addressed and regulated while ensuring that technology-enabled innovation can thrive.

Europe is our Future: Opportunities in Your Sector Across Europe

Speakers will include Mairead McGuinness, European Commissioner for Financial Services, Financial Stability and the Capital Markets Union

Crack-Up Capitalism: Profiting from Fear in the Time of Pandemic

Professor Slobodian gives a presentation entitled Crack-Up Capitalism: Profiting from Fear in the Time of the Pandemic

Are We Entering a New Era of High Inflation?

Prof. John B. Taylor considers whether the world is entering a new era of higher inflation and what to do about it.

The Colombian Experience: Addressing Gender Equality and the Global Challenges of Migration

Vice President Ramirez discusses the Colombian Experience of Migration Crises and the country’s gender-based approach to meeting the needs of refugees

Europe is our Future: What the EU Can Do for Your Business

Speakers provide an overview of the benefits of trading and doing business in the EU Single Market and will discuss the funding opportunities the EU provides for Irish SMEs.

The Future of Ireland’s Industrial Policy

Leo Varadkar TD delivers a keynote address to the IIEA on the future of Ireland’s industrial policy.

The Macroeconomic Outlook for the Euro Area and its Implications for the ECB’s Monetary Policy

Frank Elderson, Member of the ECB Executive Board and Vice-Chair of the ECB’s Supervisory Board delivers an address on the macroeconomic outlook for the euro area and its implications for the ECB’s monetary policy.

Ireland in the Global Economy: A Sinn Féin Perspective

The Future of Fiscal Policy Post-COVID

As the EU undergoes an important debate regarding the future of its fiscal rules, the IIEA will welcome Nobel Laureate economist Joseph E. Stiglitz, University Professor at Columbia University, who will share his perspective on what role fiscal policy should play in a post-pandemic world.

The Outlook for Global Trade: a U.S. Perspective

The Future of Work: Fostering a Human-Centred Recovery from COVID-19

In his address to the IIEA, Guy Ryder, Director-General of the International Labour Organization, will share his perspective on the future of work and discuss how the world can develop an approach that puts workers at the heart of our economic policy in the years ahead.

Building a More Effective Financial System: The Regulatory and Supervisory Priorities of EIOPA

In her address to the IIEA, Petra Hielkema, the new Chairperson of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA), outlines her priorities to build a more effective and equitable financial system during her five-year term.

The Future of the Global Economy: US and Irish Perspectives

A webinar session, The Future of the Global Economy: US and Irish Perspectives, which will feature major keynote addresses by Janet Yellen, U.S Secretary of the Treasury, and Paschal Donohoe T.D., Minister for Finance of Ireland & President of the Eurogroup.

Understanding the Productivity Growth Slowdown: Europe Chasing the American Frontier

In his address to the IIEA, Prof. Robert J. Gordon, Stanley G. Harris Professor in the Social Sciences and Professor of Economics at Northwestern University, provides an interpretation of rapid productivity growth during the pandemic of 2020-21 and the likely trajectory of growth in the 2020s.

The Spirit of Green: The Economics of Collisions and Contagions in a Crowded World

In ‘The Spirit of Green’, Nobel Prize-winning economist William Nordhaus describes a new way of green thinking that would help us overcome our biggest challenges without sacrificing economic prosperity, in large part by accounting for the spillover costs of economic collisions.

Europe is our Future: Embedding Your Business in the EU

The final webinar of the Europe is our Future series will discuss embedding and integrating your business within the EU Single Market, taking advantage of the move to EU centric supply chains, the single currency and a more digital and sustainable business environment.

Fostering a Fair Recovery and Building Resilience: The Path Forward for Ireland and the EU

In this joint address, which is co-organised by the IIEA and the European Commission Representation in Ireland, Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni and Minister Michael McGrath will discuss how NextGenerationEU will support a transformation in Irish society and foster a resilient and fair recovery across the EU.

Europe is our Future: Developing Sales and Marketing for a European Audience

This webinar, which is the second in the Europe is Our Future series, explores business sales and marketing strategies to engage a wider European audience.

Vision and Values: The Future of the Eurozone in a Changing World

Vice-President and Minister for Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation of Spain, Nadia Calviño discusses the future of fiscal policy in the euro area, whether the NextGenerationEU recovery fund represents a “Hamiltonian” moment, and outlines how the Eurozone can play a leading role in shaping economic policy on the international stage.

Reaching a Global Consensus on Taxation Policy

The US and the Global Economy

Dr Summers shares his insights on the $1.9tr COVID-19 recovery stimulus package, proposed US corporate tax reforms and implications for the transatlantic economy, and he offers some reflections on US-China economic relations.

Monetary Policy in Transition

In his address to the IIEA, Governor of the Bank of Portugal Mário Centeno assesses the monetary and fiscal policy responses of the European Union to the Coronavirus pandemic.

The Untapped Potential of the Single Market for Irish Enterprise

This webinar, which is the first in the Europe is Our Future series, co-organised by the IIEA and Enterprise Ireland, explores the previously untapped opportunities for Irish businesses within the Single Market.

Boosting the American Economy: Implications for Ireland and Transatlantic Relations

Congressman Richard Neal, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, offers his reflections on the economic agenda of the Biden-Harris Administration, with particular regard to global corporate tax reform and the COVID-19 recovery stimulus package.

Europe and the Global Economy

As part of the IIEA’s 30th Anniversary celebration, Minister Donohoe and Prof. Lane reflect on the transformation of Europe’s economy over the past 30 years and look ahead to pressing challenges.

Finance for the Future: A Europe Day Address by Commissioner Mairead McGuinness

Commissioner McGuinness will reflect on the impact of the COVID pandemic on how we bank and access finance and will assess the role of the financial system in meeting our Green Deal goals for a more green and digital future.

WEBINAR: Responding to Challenges and Looking to the Future

Minister for Public Expenditure & Reform, Michael McGrath TD will discuss the Irish Government’s response to the challenges of Brexit and the global pandemic in a broader European and international setting.

WEBINAR: The Transatlantic Economy: An Economic Outlook for 2021

As the President Biden Administration settles in, the IIEA is delighted to welcome to Daniel S. Hamilton and Joseph Quinlan to share analysis from their annual Transatlantic Economy survey, commissioned by AmCham EU.

WEBINAR: Completing the Banking Union: Next Steps and Challenges Ahead

Completing the Banking Union: Next Steps and Challenges Ahead

Isabelle Vaillant will provide a regulatory perspective on the reforms that are required to complete the banking union.

WEBINAR: A Regulatory Perspective on the Capital Markets Union (CMU)

In his address to the IIEA, Steven Maijoor, Chairperson of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), will provide a regulatory and supervisory perspective on the Capital Markets Union (CMU) and its implications for EU investors, consumers, and businesses.

REGULATING THE ONLINE ECONOMY: TOWARDS A GLOBAL DIGITAL DEAL?

Bruno Liebhaberg, Director General of CERRE and Chair of the EU Observatory on the Online Platform Economy, will discuss the regulation of the online economy.

WEBINAR: Reforming the ESM – Implications for European Financial Stability and Resilience

Klaus Regling will examine the implications of reforms to the ESM for financial stability and resilience in Europe.

WEBINAR: Launch of the OECD Report: FDI Qualities Assessment of Ireland

WEBINAR: Bouncing Back from Covid-19 - The Role of Central Banking

To assess the unprecedented measures deployed by central banks across the world the cushion the economic impact of COVID-19, the IIEA hosts an expert seminar discussion.

The Transatlantic Alliance: A European Parliament Perspective

Building Back Better: Sustainability Post-COVID-19

The Eagle Eye of the ECB: The Role of the ECB in the Recovery of the Euro-area, past, present and future

Rebuilding the Economic Consensus: Learning from History and the Great Economists

Recommendations for a Sustainable & Fair Recovery in Ireland and Europe

This joint IIEA and European Commission seminar will discuss the 2020 Country Specific Recommendations in the context of an increased focus on how to deliver a smart, sustainable and fair recovery.

WEBINAR: COVID-19 and the future of monetary policy

Northern Ireland Subvention: Possible Unification Effects

Prof. Joseph E. Stiglitz – The Future of Fiscal Policy Post-COVID

Are We Paying the Price for the Pandemic? An Outlook for Euro Area Inflation

Completing the Banking Union: Next Steps and Challenges Ahead

Reforming the European Stability Mechanism (ESM): Implications for Financial Stability and Resilience

Mairead McGuinness: Values-Driven Finance for Volatile Times?

Judging the Eurozone: The Role of National Courts and the European Court of Justice in adjudicating on Europe’s Economic and Monetary Union

Compliance & COVID-19: Reforming EU Fiscal Rules

After COVID-19, the Irish Economy faces huge challenges

Confronting COVID-19: The ECB Response

All Eyes on Brussels as MFF Negotiations Enter Crucial Stage

Implications of the New US Corporate Tax Regime for Ireland