What was the PMI for Ireland's services sector in February?

The AIB Global S&P Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 53.2 in February, down from 53.4 in January.

How did employment in Ireland's services sector change?

Despite the subdued growth, employment rebounded, indicating a positive trend in job creation within the sector.

Which sub-sectors showed growth in Ireland's services sector?

All sub-sectors, including technology, media & telecoms, financial services, transport, tourism & leisure, and business services, showed growth.

What drove the increase in average input prices?

Average input prices increased at the strongest rate since last May, primarily driven by rising wages.

What is the outlook for future business activity in Ireland?

Confidence in future business activity remained bright, although it was slightly below the long-run average according to the survey's authors.

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Irish services growth eases slightly in February, PMI shows

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Posted on March 5, 2025

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Last updated: January 25, 2026

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