FX.co ★ Ireland’s Services Sector Growth Quickens in July as AIB PMI Edges Higher

Ireland’s services sector expanded at a faster pace in July 2026, with the AIB Ireland Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rising to 55.2 from 54.2 in June. The latest reading, released on 6 August 2026, signals a further strengthening in activity across the country’s key services industries.

A PMI level above 50 indicates expansion, and July’s uptick suggests that Irish service providers saw improving business conditions compared with the previous month. The increase from June’s reading points to firmer momentum in the sector as the summer progressed.

The July data underline the resilience of Ireland’s services economy during mid-2026, as businesses continue to report growth rather than contraction. While no further breakdown was provided, the overall improvement in the PMI highlights gradually stronger demand and continued confidence within the sector.