Macroeconomics
Macroeconomic research aims to improve understanding of economic growth, the property market and the relationship between the macroeconomy and the financial sector. A major feature of macroeconomic research at the ESRI is the development and maintenance of a suite of economic models, including COSMO (COreStructuralMOdel).
New analysis investigates affordability for first-time buyers and house price sustainability in Ireland, examining how these differ across counties.
Economic growth is set to continue in 2020 but there significant risks on the horizon. Find out more in the ESRI's latest economic forecast.
The ESRI has produced a number of economic forecasts, including the Quarterly Economic Commentaries, Ireland's Economic Outlook and the Medium-Term Reviews.
Download research examining the potential impact of Brexit across areas including trade, economic growth and consumer prices.
This section includes ESRI work on the Irish housing market, including the RTB rent reports and research on house prices and affordability.
