Browsing Economic and Social Review by Author "Geary, P.T."

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    • Cost of capital to Irish industry 

      Geary, P.T.; Walsh, B.M.; Copeland, J. (Economic & Social StudiesDublin, 1975)
      This study reviews the theoretical background to recent discussions of the measurement of the cost of capital. Particular attention is paid to the correct specification of tax variables (including depreciation, allowances, ...

    • Demand for petrol and tobacco in Ireland 

      Geary, P.T. (Economic & Social StudiesDUBLIN, 1973)
      In a recent issue of this Review, W. K. O'Riordan presented estimates of the demand function for petrol in Ireland. His paper raises a number of points which call for comment - some of these points are also relevant to an ...

    • The measurement and alleviation of poverty - a review of some issues 

      Geary, P.T. (Economic & Social StudiesDublin, 1989)
      Some aspects of the recent literature on poverty are reviewed. Although the issues of definition and measurement have been studied in depth the summary measures most widely used in policy discussion remain flawed. They ...