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The US economy under Barack Obama has averted the economic meltdown that looked likely after the Lehman Brothers collapse. John Walsh looks at the prospects for a sustainable recovery and if the US can manage to return to economic growth.  Read full article.

Read also the outlook of experts Michael Brewster, Duncan Niederauer and Brian Ruane.

US Multinationals

Ireland's economic strength was built on American multinationals and their inward investment creating jobs. The future health of the economy depends on retaining these firms, and attracting new ones, writes Fearghal O'Connor. We also examine Irish concerns index.jsp?p=210&n=216&a=370 over President Obama's proposed new tax policies.  Read full article.

Nama

Establishing Nama will be fraught with difficulty and some are suggesting that we revert to the UK model. Fearghal O'Connor explores some of the major problems with Nama and hears of some of the alternatives that could have been used instead.  Read full article

Profile

With voter satisfaction at record lows, a question mark hangs over Brian Cowen's ability to lead. Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheal Martin, who remains popular despite all the disquiet, has the potential to be a future leaderif he plays his cards right, writes Sarah Gilmartin.  Read full article.

Economists

Seeking guidance in modern secular Ireland can be difficult but in the midst of deep recession people are turning to economists for enlightment. Who are these new gods and will their advice help answer public prayers, asks Patrick Freyne?  Read full article.

Salary Capping.

The shouts of 'off with their heads' have died down in recent weeks but top level staff in banks andpublic bodies could face further wage cuts. Attracting talent may be tough if more restrictions follow. Is Ireland facing a brain drain, asks Sarah Gilmartin?  Read full article.