Irish Economic Chartbook - January 2026
 
 

Irish economy robust despite global risks

 

• Latest macro data point to robust growth profile, albeit confidence remains fragile amid current geopolitical volatility.

• Strong economic growth in 2025, boosted by exports, driven by emergence of weight-loss pharma production.

• Labour market is softer, with annual jobs growth slowing to 1% in Q3 2025, but unemployment remains low at 5% (Dec ‘25).


 
 
 
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