Survey shows we’re saving tigerishly

WE may have been painted as a nation of spenders but recent studies show that the Irish are a nation of savers.

Up to 80% of us hold savings accounts, according to research conducted by Amárach Consulting, on behalf of Halifax Bank. And, nearly six out of 10 put money aside regularly.

The 35- to 44-year-old bracket, over-65s and the high-earning ABC bracket are most likely to have savings/deposit accounts.