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06.08.202610:00:00UTC+00Irish Unemployment Edges Up to 5.1% in July

Ireland’s unemployment rate ticked higher to 5.1% in July 2026, up from 5.0% in June, according to the latest data updated on 6 August 2026.

The marginal increase suggests a slight softening in labour market conditions over the month, interrupting the previous level recorded in June. While the move is modest, it will be closely watched by policymakers and investors for any indication that broader economic momentum in Ireland may be cooling.

With unemployment still hovering near the 5% mark, the data point to a labour market that remains relatively tight, but the July uptick could signal the beginning of a more cautious phase for hiring if the trend continues in the coming months.

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