The report from [] reveals that Ireland’s wealthiest 10% own nearly half of the country’s total wealth. This concentration of assets highlights growing economic inequality, even as the nation’s overall financial health improves.
The data, published in 2023, shows that the top 10% of households in Ireland hold approximately 48% of the country’s wealth. This figure has remained largely unchanged over the past decade, despite efforts to promote economic growth and stability. The report also notes that wealth distribution has not improved significantly, with the richest 1% holding a disproportionate share of assets.
This trend reflects broader patterns of wealth concentration seen in many developed economies. In Ireland, factors such as high levels of foreign investment, tax policies, and the influence of multinational corporations have contributed to the uneven distribution of wealth. The report calls for greater transparency and policy reforms to address the growing disparity between the wealthiest and the rest of the population.
