Irish Economy Watch - January 2025
by AIB Treasury's Economic Research Unit
 
 
  • Manufacturing PMI fell to 49.1 in December, indiating a marginal contraction in activity in the sector
  • The services PMI eased to 57.1 in December, consistent with a slower, albeit still strong pace of expansion
  • Retail sales were 1.0% lower YoY in November
  • Housing commencements up 83.7% in 2024 to north of 60k
  • House price annual inflation eased slightly to +9.4% in November

 
 
 
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