爱尔兰服务部门已变得更加集中,顶级公司获得市场份额,引起对竞争、创新和创造就业的关切。 Ireland's services sector has become more concentrated, with top firms gaining market share, raising concerns about competition, innovation, and job creation.

自2016年以来,爱尔兰服务部门的市场集中度不断上升,前四大企业的平均市场份额从2008年的25%上升到2022年的37%,特别是在数字和专业服务领域。 Ireland’s services sector has seen rising market concentration since 2016, with the top four firms’ average market share increasing to 37% by 2022, up from 25% in 2008, particularly in digital and professional services. PCPC报告说,尽管启动活动和生产力强劲,但进入的标记更高,障碍持续存在,包括法律成本高和监管负担沉重。 The CCPC reports higher markups and persistent barriers to entry, including high legal costs and regulatory burdens, despite strong startup activity and productivity. 虽然较新的公司对更替贡献更大,但它们创造的就业机会较少。 While newer firms contribute more to turnover, they create fewer jobs. 监督员警告竞争下降会损害创新和消费者的选择,敦促改革以刺激市场活力。 The watchdog warns declining competition could harm innovation and consumer choice, urging reforms to boost market dynamism.