153 - Follow the Money: Why is the government selling the Bank of Ireland cheaply and why now?

The David McWilliams Podcast

David McWilliams

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4.6 • 643 Ratings

🗓️ 15 July 2021

⏱️ 37 minutes

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The Irish government is trying to sell its stake in the Bank of Ireland at a half price. Selling cheap and buying expensive is never good business. We head back to the West Lower to explore the nexus between selling Bank of Ireland cheaply and the dreaded Davy Stockbrokers, that entity that is under investigation by the State. Could there be a link? If so what does it say about corporate culture in Ireland?

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