This statistic shows the distribution of the gross domestic product (GDP) across economic sectors in Ireland from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, agriculture contributed around 0.88 percent to the GDP of Ireland, 33.19 percent came from the industry and 60.88 percent from the service sector.

In 2025, there were approximately ****** construction enterprises operating in Ireland, the most out of any sector, followed by ****** enterprises relating to professional, scientific and technical activities. The sector with the fewest number of enterprises was in mining and quarrying, with *** enterprises operating in Ireland in this year

Ireland's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$242.22 Billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Ireland's main export partners were: the United States, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. The top three export commodities were: Pharmaceutical products; Organic chemicals and Optical, photo, technical, medical apparatus. Total Imports were valued at US$144.55 Billion. In 2024, Ireland had a trade surplus of US$97.67 Billion.

Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Food, Beverages and Tobacco data was reported at 21.734 % in 2012. This records an increase from the previous number of 21.061 % for 2011. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Food, Beverages and Tobacco data is updated yearly, averaging 27.761 % from Dec 1963 (Median) to 2012, with 50 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 36.430 % in 1975 and a record low of 13.698 % in 2000. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Food, Beverages and Tobacco data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ireland – Table IE.World Bank: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Food, beverages, and tobacco correspond to ISIC divisions 15 and 16.; ; United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.; ;

Graph and download economic data for Value Traded of Top 10 Traded Companies to Total Value Traded for Ireland (DDAM01IEA156NWDB) from 1998 to 2018 about Ireland, market cap, companies, and stock market.

In 2025, Accenture had the highest annual revenue of all companies based in the Republic of Ireland, at approximately **** billion U.S. dollars. PDD Holdings had the second-highest annual revenue at **** billion U.S. dollars, followed by CRH at **** billion U.S. dollars.

Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Other Manufacturing data was reported at 18.390 % in 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 19.223 % for 2011. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Other Manufacturing data is updated yearly, averaging 33.888 % from Dec 1963 (Median) to 2012, with 50 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 37.457 % in 1980 and a record low of 18.390 % in 2012. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Other Manufacturing data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ireland – Table IE.World Bank: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Other manufacturing, a residual, covers wood and related products (ISIC division 20), paper and related products (ISIC divisions 21 and 22), petroleum and related products (ISIC division 23), basic metals and mineral products (ISIC division27), fabricated metal products and professional goods (ISIC division 28), and other industries (ISIC divisions 25, 26, 31, 33, 36, and 37). Includes unallocated data. When data for textiles, machinery, or chemicals are shown as not available, they are included in other manufacturing.; ; United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.; ;

The Software Development industry has made considerable progress over the past decade as companies and consumers have become reliant on electronic devices. Online access to news, social media, video and other websites, as well as automated client-relationship software and advertising software apps, are now integral components of modern life. Since all computers and peripheral equipment require integrated systems and application software, the need for development activity has surged. Major developers like Oracle, IBM and SAP have rolled out innovative solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and machine learning, driving robust revenue streams. Ireland’s attractiveness as a tech hub has been buoyed by competitive corporation tax rates, strong government support and a highly skilled workforce, bolstering revenue. Revenue is forecast to mount at a compound annual rate of 1.3% over the five years through 2025, including growth of 0.8% in 2025, to reach €68.2 billion. Business processes have evolved with the introduction of innovative technologies, helping business subscriber numbers to new technology services (like cloud computing and autonomous database management) to climb. The high price that corporate software can command has kept profit growing – in 2025, the average profit margin is slated to be 23.1%. The proliferation of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) models and cloud adoption has fundamentally reshaped how businesses and consumers access software, relieving them of traditional hardware and maintenance costs. Looking ahead, the next five years promise sustained momentum as businesses accelerate the adoption of cloud platforms and integrate emerging technologies, especially AI. Despite the recent introduction of a 15% corporate tax rate for the largest multinational enterprises, Ireland remains competitive, particularly for start-ups and SMEs who still benefit from the 12.5% rate. The Irish government’s updated AI strategy and greater investment by tech giants like Microsoft and IBM signal a future in which automation, cloud-native applications and AI-powered development tools dominate. Demand for software developers specialising in cloud migration, microservices and AI frameworks is set to rise and the sector’s record of adaptability suggests it's well-placed to capture the expanding market for enterprise and consumer software solutions. As cloud adoption climbs and AI becomes embedded in workflows, the industry is poised for another period of robust expansion. Revenue is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 1.6% over the five years through 2030 to reach €73.6 billion.

For most of the 20th century, Ireland stood out as one of the poorest countries in Western Europe, not experience the same post-war boom in prosperity that was felt by virtually all other countries in the region. At the onset of the 1973-1975 Recession, Ireland's GDP per capita was less than 60 percent of GDP per capita in the European Union and less than a quarter of GDP per capita in the U.S. Catching up in the 1980s By the 1980s, a wave of foreign investment saw Ireland's export sector grow exponentially, and between 1975 and 1990, Ireland had the second-fastest growth of exports in the world (behind Japan). Additionally, as Ireland joined the European Communities in 1973, it became more integrated into the European economy; before 1973, around three-quarters of Ireland's exports went to the United Kingdom, but this fell to one-third by the 1990s. Ireland's period of industrialization was relatively short in comparison to its neighbors, as it transitioned from an agriculture-based economy to a producer of high-tech products and services. Ireland's low tax rate and other incentives also attracted many American tech companies in the 1980s, such as Apple, Intel, and Microsoft, who were keen on establishing a presence in the European Union. The Celtic Tiger Named after the Four Asian Tigers (Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan), which experienced rapid economic growth in the 1970s and 1980s, the period of prosperity between the 1990s and 2000s in Ireland has been dubbed the "Celtic Tiger." Over this time, Ireland's GDP per capita grew to exceed the average in the EU by 10 percent in 2000, and it would eventually surpass that of the U.S. in 2003. Ireland was severely impacted by the financial crisis of 2008 due to the instability of its property sector and extensive lending by banks, and it was the first European economy to go into recession. By the late 2010s, most sectors of the economy had returned to pre-recession levels, and today, Ireland's GDP per capita remains among the top in the world, second in the EU only to Luxembourg.

The statistic shows the distribution of employment in Ireland by economic sector from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, 4.03 percent of the employees in Ireland were active in the agricultural sector, 18.37 percent in industry and 77.61 percent in the service sector.

Manufacturing Production in Ireland increased 11.50 percent in June of 2025 over the same month in the previous year. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - Ireland Manufacturing Production - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

In 2025, Ireland's economic freedom index score was 83.1 out of a possible 100. Among twelve different categories of economic freedoms, Ireland's fiscal health ranked the highest, at 95.8, with Ireland's Labor Freedom rated the lowest, at just 62.4.

IBP05 - Top five industries of persons aged 15 and over and at work in 2016 who lived within 10km of Northern Ireland. Published by Central Statistics Office. Available under the license Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC-BY-4.0).Top five industries of persons aged 15 and over and at work in 2016 who lived within 10km of Northern Ireland...

Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Machinery and Transport Equipment data was reported at 10.797 % in 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 11.544 % for 2011. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Machinery and Transport Equipment data is updated yearly, averaging 13.021 % from Dec 1963 (Median) to 2012, with 50 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 21.190 % in 1995 and a record low of 6.923 % in 1971. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Machinery and Transport Equipment data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ireland – Table IE.World Bank: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Machinery and transport equipment correspond to ISIC divisions 29, 30, 32, 34, and 35.; ; United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.; ;

Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Chemicals data was reported at 48.697 % in 2012. This records an increase from the previous number of 47.674 % for 2011. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Chemicals data is updated yearly, averaging 16.342 % from Dec 1963 (Median) to 2012, with 50 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 48.697 % in 2012 and a record low of 4.952 % in 1964. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Chemicals data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ireland – Table IE.World Bank: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Chemicals correspond to ISIC division 24.; ; United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.; ;

Throughout 2023, the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASAI) resolved over *** thousand complaints on advertisements, of which *** regarded the health and beauty segment. The leisure and household categories rounded out the top three with more than *** and *** settled complaints, respectively. Meanwhile, the number of complaints consumers filed at Ireland's advertising standards authority rose in 2023.

Pharmaceuticals are a core segment of Ireland's economy, accounting for a leading share of national exports. Low corporate tax rates and generous research and development tax credits offered by the Irish state make the country a highly appealing location for multinational pharmaceutical manufacturers to base their European operations. Consequently, nine of the 10 largest pharmaceutical companies in the world have a presence in the country. Ireland is also the largest net exporter of pharmaceuticals in the EU, accounting for over 42.4% of all exports from the country, according to CSO data. Pharmaceutical preparations manufacturing revenue is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 5.5% over the five years through 2024 to reach €70.8 billion. Pharmaceutical manufacturers have been supported by growth in export markets over the past few years as large multinationals have directed significant investment towards expanding operations in the country. Ireland's ageing population has also provided manufacturers with a steadily expanding source of domestic demand. Emerging technologies have also opened up niche segments for specialist start-ups, while the evolution of resistant bacteria and the resurgence of infections and viruses are raising demand for vaccines. The global COVID-19 pandemic, while causing a surge in demand for vaccines during its roll-out, has also led to a short-term drop in exports since 2023 as demand flat-lined. Industry revenue is forecast to rise at a compound annual rate of 4.6% over the five years through 2029, reaching €88.6 billion. Large investments planned by the industry's major companies to expand operations will support further growth in export markets, while the continued expansion and ageing of the Irish population will aid domestic demand. New avenues for growth are likely to include innovations in biotechnology, particularly in developing genetically tailored drugs and effective antibiotics to tackle growing levels of resistance. Rising life expectancy, growing awareness of the adverse health implications associated with obesity and greater emphasis on healthy lifestyles will be key drivers of growth over the next few years.

Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Textiles and Clothing data was reported at 0.382 % in 2012. This records a decrease from the previous number of 0.498 % for 2011. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Textiles and Clothing data is updated yearly, averaging 4.722 % from Dec 1963 (Median) to 2012, with 50 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 19.816 % in 1963 and a record low of 0.368 % in 2006. Ireland IE: GDP: % of Manufacturing: Textiles and Clothing data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Ireland – Table IE.World Bank: Gross Domestic Product: Share of GDP. Value added in manufacturing is the sum of gross output less the value of intermediate inputs used in production for industries classified in ISIC major division D. Textiles and clothing correspond to ISIC divisions 17-19.; ; United Nations Industrial Development Organization, International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics.; ;

Approximately 369,000 people worked in the human health and social work activities sector in Ireland, as of the first quarter of 2025, the most of any industry. By contrast, just 109,000 workers were employed in agriculture, the fewest of any industry.

The Irish facility management (FM) market, valued at €3.02 billion in 2025, is projected to experience steady growth, driven by increasing demand for efficient and sustainable building operations across various sectors. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.05% over the forecast period (2025-2033) reflects a consistent expansion, fueled by factors such as a growing emphasis on corporate social responsibility (CSR), technological advancements in FM solutions (like smart building technologies and IoT-enabled systems), and the rising need for specialized services in sectors like healthcare and data centers. The market is segmented by service type (in-house vs. outsourced, encompassing single, bundled, and integrated FM), offering type (hard FM and soft FM), and end-user (commercial, institutional, public/infrastructure, industrial, and other). The outsourced FM segment is expected to witness robust growth due to the cost-effectiveness and expertise offered by specialized FM providers. Growth in the commercial and public/infrastructure segments will significantly contribute to overall market expansion, reflecting Ireland’s economic activity and investment in public infrastructure projects. Competition in the Irish FM market is relatively high, with both international players like CBRE Group Inc., Sodexo Group, and Cushman & Wakefield PLC, and domestic firms like O'Brien Facilities Ltd., Savills PLC, and Neylons Facility Management Limited vying for market share. The market landscape is characterized by a mix of large integrated FM providers offering a comprehensive range of services and smaller specialized firms focusing on niche areas. While the market presents attractive growth opportunities, potential restraints include skill shortages within the FM workforce, fluctuating economic conditions affecting investment in building maintenance, and increasing regulatory compliance requirements. However, the long-term outlook remains positive, with sustained growth anticipated as businesses and public institutions prioritize operational efficiency and sustainability. Recent developments include: February 2023: Robinson Services, one of Northern Ireland's major service providers in the support services sector, partnered with FM Stores Ireland, a company with expertise in cleaning, hygiene, and safety services. This partnership would enable Robinson Services to provide many professional FM soft services in Ireland's commercial sectors., January 2023: Virgin Media O2, a communications and entertainment services supplier, and ISS Ireland expanded and renewed their partnership, in which ISS would provide security, a full range of workplace services, and maintenance of vital technological estate infrastructure in office locations across the Virgin Media O2 network.. Key drivers for this market are: Growing Construction Sector, Increasing Focus on Industry 4.0, Leading to More Manufacturing Facilities. Potential restraints include: Growing Construction Sector, Increasing Focus on Industry 4.0, Leading to More Manufacturing Facilities. Notable trends are: Growing Construction Sector Drives the Market Growth.