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Patrick Boyle On Finance
Is Ireland Really the World's Richest Country?
Oct 14, 2023
Ireland's impressive economic growth and high GDP per capita are discussed, along with skepticism. The reasons behind Ireland's economic success, including multinational firms and low corporate tax rates, are explored. The tax residency of Apple and the impact of closing tax loopholes on the Irish economy are also discussed. Ireland's accounting changes and plan to create a sovereign wealth fund are mentioned.
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- Ireland's GDP per capita is the highest in the world, driven by factors such as low corporate tax rates and favorable business legislation.
- The presence of multinational companies and the valuation of intellectual property distorts Ireland's economic statistics, necessitating the establishment of a sovereign wealth fund and addressing the two-tiered nature of the economy.
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Ireland's Economic Transformation
Ireland's GDP per capita is the highest in the world, and its economy grew 12.2% in 2022 despite a global slowdown. The growth in the Irish economy can be attributed to factors such as the country's low corporate tax rate, business-friendly legislation, and EU membership that provides tariff-free access to the EU market.
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