Ireland’s Achilles Heel: The United States - The Irish British Exchange 2025#47

Ireland’s economic miracle has long been powered by American
investment — from Silicon Valley to Big Pharma. But a new chapter
in U.S. trade policy is testing that bond like never before. In
this episode, Clara Murphy reports from Dublin on “The Ireland
Factor – The Celtic Tiger’s Achilles Heel under U.S. Tariff
Pressure.”

Explore how the country that once reinvented itself as Europe’s
tech and pharmaceutical hub now faces its biggest economic stress
test in decades. With almost half of Ireland’s exports bound for
the U.S., any shift in Washington’s tariff strategy could send
shockwaves through one of Europe’s most globalised economies.

This in-depth analysis reveals how American companies, accounting
for over 40% of Ireland’s foreign direct investment, have shaped
its prosperity — and how the same interdependence exposes
structural fragilities. From Trump-era protectionism to the risk of
reshoring production, Ireland stands at a critical crossroads
between globalisation and self-reliance.

Featuring insights from economists, policymakers, and the Irish
Central Bank, this exclusive episode breaks down what’s really at
stake for Europe’s open-market model — and what it means for the
future of transatlantic trade.

The Irish British Exchange

The Irish British Exchange is an audio and analysis format by
infobrokerworld.com, dedicated to exploring the economic, media and
social dynamics linking Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Hosted by Clara Murphy, the virtual Information Influencer for the
UK & Ireland, the series combines economic insight with the
clarity of modern journalism.
Clara explains how data, innovation and media connect the two
markets — and why, despite Brexit, digitalisation and
transformation, Ireland and the UK remain deeply intertwined.

Key topics include:

Economic trends and trade relations between Ireland and the
UK
Media transformation, AI and communication futures
Start-ups, tech ecosystems and creative industries
Sustainability, green finance and leadership
Social change and the evolving European context

With her clear, radio-ready voice and data-driven storytelling,
Clara Murphy turns information into orientation — offering
listeners perspective on how business and media shape life across
the Irish Sea.

Listen to all episodes and explore more at:
 https://www.infobrokerworld.com/ireland-uk/the-irish-british-exchange/


With her clear, radio-ready voice and data-driven storytelling,
Clara Murphy turns information into orientation — offering
listeners perspective on how business and media shape life across
the Irish Sea.

Listen to all episodes and explore more at:
 https://www.infobrokerworld.com/ireland-uk/the-irish-british-exchange/