The AIB Ireland Services PMI climbed to 55.2 in July 2026 from June's 54.2, marking the highest reading since November 2025. The acceleration in services activity was supported by a solid increase in new business, boosted by overseas demand. Technology, media & telecoms remained the fastest-growing sector, recording its strongest expansion in nearly three years. New business inflows rose solidly, albeit at a slightly softer pace than in June.