Irish economy robust despite global risks

• Latest macro data point to robust growth profile, with consumer and business confidence recovering despite current geopolitical volatility. 

• Strong economic growth in 2025, boosted by goods exports (+16%), driven by emergence of weight-loss pharma production in Ireland. 

•  Labour market resilient, with annual jobs growth at 2% in Q4 2025, and unemployment remains low at 4.7% (Jan ‘26).