West Coast U.S. Firms Lead Record FDI in Ireland Amid Global Decline
In 2025, over 270 companies from the Western U.S. partnered with IDA Ireland, accounting for 78% of new R&D project approvals. Major firms like Apple, Workday, and Anthropic expanded in Ireland, reflecting growing U.S. investment in AI, life sciences, and semiconductors despite a global FDI decline. 45% of first-time investments in Ireland originated from U.S. companies, with significant expansions by firms such as Anthropic and Workday highlighting Ireland's appeal as a hub for innovation.
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In 2025, over 270 companies from the Western U.S. partnered with IDA Ireland, contributing to 78% of new R&D project approvals. U.S. firms accounted for 45% of first-time investments in Ireland, up from previous years.
Key players like Apple, Workday, and Anthropic significantly expanded their operations, driven by growth in AI, life sciences, and semiconductors. Noteworthy investments include Anthropic's six-fold expansion in Dublin and Workday's $204M AI Centre of Excellence. Ireland's attractive tax credits and commitment to renewable energy further enhance its investment landscape as it prepares for the EU Council Presidency in July 2026.
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