Competitiveness, cost of living and housing among key priorities for Cork businesses in Budget 2027

Geopolitical disruption and global trade uncertainty were cited as the top three emerging challenges for Cork businesses over the next three to five years

Rob Horgan, President Cork Chamber. Picture Larry Cummins

Business competitiveness measures, the cost of living and housing are the top three budget priorities for Cork businesses, a survey by Cork Chamber has found. 

Ahead of the pre-Budget 2027 period, Cork Chamber found that investment in infrastructure and connectivity was cited as the most important priority for investment in Ireland’s overall economic competitiveness.