February 25th issue
Contents
Cover story
Minister for Finance Brian Lenihan talks to John Walsh about Nama, recapitalising the banks and the proposed enquiry while his opposite number Fine Gael's Richard Bruton explains why he's got a better alternative. Read story.
Financial markets
The financial services sector may still be reeling from last year's annus horribilis but it represents huge growth opportunities for Ireland. Sarah Gilmartin looks at recent developments which are improving our international reputation. Read story.
Knowledge economics
The smart economy is the holy grail for many politicians but it faces serious challenges in the real world, writes Fearghal O'Connor. Experts in the knowledge industry outline the shortcomings that would make them rethink locating in Ireland. Read story.
Corporate Governance
The reputation of Ireland Inc has taken a battering over the past couple of years. Regulation has come under the spotlight, but John Walsh takes a look at the equally important issue of corporate governance, which has its part to play going forward . Read story
John Lanchester
The author of ‘Whoops! Why everyone Owes Everyone' and ‘No One Can Pay' on why economics is far too important to be left to the experts. Patrick Freyne finds out why the rise and fall of western finance has all the hallmarks of a good drama. Read Story
Insurance
The Irish insurance industry has had to face up to two of its biggest challenges in the shape of the November floods and the big freeze in January. David Elkin looks at how the industry is coping under severe strain and looks forward to what it might have to deal with in the future. Read full article.
