Ireland's Noonan: Options Open on AIB Share Sale

The transcript discusses the potential timeline for AIB's IPO, initially planned for the first half of 2017, and the factors influencing this decision. It highlights the considerations for selling AIB shares, including financial constraints and market conditions. The decision to sell will be based on achieving the best value for the shares, with no fixed timeline yet. The discussion also touches on macroeconomic management and debt reduction, which are now in a stable state.

What is the proposed timeline for AIB's IPO?

• Second half of 2016

• First half of 2018

• First half of 2017

• Second half of 2017

What was one of the initial reasons for considering the sale of AIB shares?

• To expand the company

• To reduce debt

• To invest in new technology

• To increase market share

How has securing 10-year money at 0.33% interest affected the decision to sell AIB shares?

• It has increased the urgency to sell

• It has removed previous financial constraints

• It has decreased the value of shares

• It has led to a change in management

What is the primary factor influencing the decision to sell AIB shares now?

• Macroeconomic management

• Market conditions and share value

• Debt reduction

• Expansion plans

What previous issues have been resolved, allowing for a focus on market conditions?

• Regulatory compliance

• Employee satisfaction

• Macroeconomic management and debt levels

• Technological advancements