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The Impact of the Financial Turmoil on Households: A Cross Country Comparison

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  • Cussen, Mary

    (Central Bank of Ireland)

  • O'Leary, Brídín

    (Central Bank of Ireland)

  • Smith, Donal

    (Central Bank of Ireland)

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This paper compares the impact of the financial crisis on Irish households with 23 other European countries.

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  • Cussen, Mary & O'Leary, Brídín & Smith, Donal, 2012. "The Impact of the Financial Turmoil on Households: A Cross Country Comparison," Quarterly Bulletin Articles, Central Bank of Ireland, pages 78-98, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:cbi:qtbart:y:2012:m:04:p:78-98
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