Ireland-US Business Special Report

Strength of two-way US-Ireland relationship is of even greater importance against backdrop of proposed tariffs

The long-term imperative to decarbonise remains in place but 2025 has brought a more pragmatic tone to EU-level regulation

Developing State’s skills base ‘a strategic imperative’ as AI adoption accelerates

They synergy of industry, academic institutions and state agencies fosters innovation and strengthens Ireland’s competitiveness

Creating positive societal and environmental impacts aligns with companies’ business goals and benefits the communities in which they operate

Strategic funding in housing, transport and infrastructure is essential to ensure regions can keep pace with global investor expectations

Energy resilience is increasingly part of the due diligence process for international investors

Global tax reform, a US shift and new trade barriers mean the State needs to remain nimble and provide a stable FDI environment

Unique position and strong track record mean that amid global uncertainty State remains attractive for US investment

The State is a highly attractive location for AI companies, thanks to its booming tech sector, pro-business environment and deep culture of innovation

Ireland must continue to attract top talent to support not only RD&I but economic competitiveness across all sectors

Many companies are ‘holding fast’ on DEI, although exposure to a US parent business or clients has seen some relabelling of activity and policies

US firms are collaborating with Irish universities and training providers to build a robust talent pipeline

Ireland is a natural partner for US firms seeking an international base and the US is an ideal location for Irish entrepreneurs seeking to grow their businesses

Enhancements of R&D tax credit offering could better position the State in an increasingly competitive investment environment

Taking account of recent global tax reforms, Ireland still offers a powerful combination of benefits, say experts

Delays in getting planning permission for wind farms has meant 2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction targets are in jeopardy

Return-to-office mandates are a hot topic but employers that don’t allow flexibility could lose access to talent

AmCham President Elaine Murphy says that while headline figures for infrastructure investment have improved, the latest data looking at Ireland’s infrastructure spending as a percentage of its national income shows that proportionally, this figure is decreasing

Ireland offers certainty in an uncertain world for multinational enterprises, with many large US corporates continuing to grow their footprint in Ireland

Whether through conventional education, in-house programmes or apprenticeships, there are many ways to train people in vitally needed skills

Driving circularity, reducing packaging and microgeneration are among the ways businesses are reducing their footprint

Truly Intelligent Virtual Agents are the first great leap forward

The list of US firms with significant operations in the State reads like a who’s who of global business giants

How Ireland’s regions have proven themselves to be highly attractive to US investment and what needs to be done to maintain that position.

The legacy of tech firms based here over the past 20 years has created a deep domestic ecosystem of tech talent in areas such as cyber, digital and AI

Ireland is a highly attractive location for US firms, though global and domestic issues present challenges

Ireland has a strong track record in attracting US investment but housing tops the list of challenges for AmCham members

Women lead the way in many areas of Stem but still represent just 25% of workers in the sector

Decarbonisation of facility operations and resource efficiency are key focus areas for global leading multinationals operating in Ireland

President Joe Biden’s visit to Ireland was the eighth by a sitting US president since JFK in 1963, highlighting the rich connections between both countries

Mark Redmond, chief executive, American Chamber of Commerce Ireland, on seizing opportunities and looking to 2050

AmCham president Seamus Fives reflects on key issues for US businesses in Ireland and the opportunities to make choices that positively affect our futures

The OECD’s push for a landmark reform to the international tax system will begin taking effect across the EU at the end of this year. Deanna O’Connor reports on Ireland’s preparedness

Ireland’s success in attracting FDI in recent years has been aided by its growing reputation as a global centre for innovation and development

It’s little wonder that 52% of all multinational investment went to regional locations in 2022

Despite skills gap in key areas, Ireland’s educated workforce is still a major attraction to FDI companies

The reasons that made Google choose Ireland still hold fast, and its business here has grown in line with Ireland’s position as a digital front-runner

Trends in the Irish labour market, strongly influenced by US multinationals, include looking outside traditional hiring models and creating alternative pathways into the workforce

How Schneider Electric embed the UN Sustainable Development Goals across their CSR strategies