Ireland continues to excel for transatlantic FDI

Ireland placed 15th in Europe for number of FDIs but shows strength in US-originated investments

Ireland attracted 75 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in 2025, matching 2024 levels, with the US responsible for more than half of those projects, new research published on Friday showed.

Ireland attracted 75 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in 2025, matching 2024 levels, with the US responsible for more than half of those projects, new research published on Friday showed.

The EY European Attractiveness Survey 2026 shows Ireland placed at 15th overall in Europe for the number of FDIs, up two places from last year, and 10th on a per-population basis. Inward investment for Europe fell to a 10-year low in 2025, with a 7% drop in projects when compared to 2024.