The Other Hand Irish economy shrinks....but is up double digits. Keir Starmer: MIA. All the latest data.
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Oct 31, 2025 The hosts dive into the latest Eurozone growth, exploring Ireland's quirky GDP rise. They discuss the Fed's rate cut and its ripple effects on the US economy. A comparison of AI investments today to the dot-com boom raises eyebrows about profitability. Chris critiques Keir Starmer's leadership ambiguity, while the duo reflects on UK living standards’ stagnation over the years. They also celebrate the Blue Jays’ World Series run and share book recommendations on politics and history. A mix of serious analysis and lighthearted banter makes for an engaging discussion.
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Eurozone Grow Slightly, Ireland Shows Distortion
- Eurozone growth is modest but improving with Q3 GDP +0.2% and 1.3% year-on-year.
- Ireland’s quarter fell slightly but still shows a 10.5% year-on-year gain due to earlier pharma surges.
Fed Cautious After Rate Cut
- The Fed cut rates by 0.25% citing modest activity and rising downside risks to employment.
- Powell warned December cuts are not guaranteed, cooling market expectations.
Canada Eases After Economic Weakness
- Canada cut rates by 0.25% after a 1.6% Q2 contraction and weak exports.
- The country faces clear demand and business weakness prompting policy easing.
