Key information, news and statistics on the Irish Economy. This themepage is aimed at Junior Cycle Business Studies. The links were selected by a teacher who teaches Economics and Business Studies.
Note: some of the links on this page go to YouTube and access to this site may be blocked on the Schools Broadband. Schools can alter their filtering levels (PDF).



• Introduction to Economics
  This YouTube video explains the key economic terms.
  
  
• The National Budget
  The national budget for Ireland. Do we have a surplus or a deficit?
  
  
• Visual Illustration of Inflation
  YouTube video shows the effect of inflation on the value of money.
  
  
• Latest News on the Irish Economy
  Up-to-the-minute news on the main business and financial information that impacts on the Irish economy.
  
  
• Ireland by Numbers
  A video that shows the importance of foreign trade and foreign direct investment to the Irish economy.
  
  
• World Factbook
  Website from the CIA World Factbook presents information about the population, geography, government, economy, communications transportation of Ireland. You can compare Ireland to other countries.
  
  
• Economic Indicators World Heat Map
  Shows a heatmap of all world economics based on their GDP growth. You can also generate heatmaps based on other economic indicators such as inflation and the unemployment rate.
  
  
• Ireland's Debt Clock
  Up-to-date information on Ireland's national debt.
  
  
• Facts About Where You Live
  This website from the CSO shows economics statistics about the county in which you live.
  
  
• Credit Crunch Explained
  YouTube video that explains the 'subprime crisis' or 'credit crunch' as it is known in Britain and Ireland.
  
  
• The Global Economy
  Video explaining the changes in the global economy.
  
  Test Yourself
  
  
• Economics Quiz
  Multiple choice quiz. Feedback given on answers.
  

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