Eoin Burke-Kennedy

Eoin Burke-Kennedy, an insightful economics correspondent at the Irish Times, delves into how Eli Lilly's weight-loss drug Mounjaro is propelling Ireland's economy to astonishing growth. He highlights a staggering 153% export increase to the US, driven by the pharmaceutical sector. Eoin also warns about the risks of relying heavily on multinational corporations amidst potential tariff threats. The discussion covers Ireland's vulnerable fiscal position, the impact of the rapidly changing pharma landscape, and what the future holds for this economic boom.