Value of Irish exports hits record high as US demand grows 64%

Between January and September, Ireland has exported €165.9bn worth of goods. 

The value of Irish exports surged to €22.2bn during September, the highest monthly figure ever recorded, with the US being the fastest growing market for goods, new data from the Central Statistics Office shows.

Compared to September last year, the value of exports increased by 40% or €6.4bn. The EU accounted for €10.4bn of all goods exported from Ireland, a 45% increase, while the US accounted for nearly €7bn in exports, a 64% increase.