Exports from Ireland grew 6.7% to €161bn in 2010 but no net direct jobs were added
Jan 5th, 2011 | By Finfacts Ireland Business & Finance Portal | Category: News worldwide
The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) today issued today its Review of 2010 and Projections for 2011 which showed that exports in the 4th quarter of 2010 grew by 18%, bringing total exports of goods and services for the year to €161bn, the highest export figure ever recorded, and represents a growth of 6.7% on the previous year. However, no net jobs were added as a result of the rising exports.