Online selling among Irish youth rises to 27% from 16%, AIB report finds

By Public Technologies
  • AIB's Oct. 21, 2026, youth economy report shows weakening economic conditions for Ireland's 16- to 24-year-olds.
  • The Youth Economy Index fell to 98.9 in 2026 from a 2024 peak of 100.4, remaining above 90.8 in 2022.
  • Youth unemployment reached 12.5% in September 2026, while higher inflation slowed youth spending growth.
  • Entrepreneurial intent reached 68% among young people; 34% had two or more income sources.
  • Online selling participation rose to 27% from 16% last year, the largest increase among age groups.


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