Thursday, June 11, 2009

Economic Indicators for the L.C.

Here are a list of some up-to-date economic data, which Leaving Cert Economics students usually want at this time.

Unemployment May: 11.8% (2nd highest in 'Eurozone' after Spain)
GDP 2008: €184bn (a drop of 6.9% forecast for 2009)
GNP 2008: €154bn (a drop of 7.1% forecast for 2009)
Inflation May: -4.7% (or term it as Deflation = 4.7%)
Interest Rates currently: 1%
Exchequer deficit: €12.71bn

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