Core Insights - Ireland's minimum wage is ranked sixth globally at €13.50 per hour, translating to an annual salary of €28,080 [1] - The ranking is based on purchasing power as per the World Bank index, with Ireland's minimum wage surpassing that of France, Belgium, New Zealand, and Canada, but falling behind the UK and Germany [1] - The Netherlands has the highest minimum annual wage at €29,952, followed by Australia, Luxembourg, the UK, Germany, and Ireland [1] Comparative Analysis - According to OECD data, when using a different metric that compares minimum wage to median worker income, Ireland ranks 23rd out of 33 countries [1] - Ibec's Maeve McElwee noted that Ireland's minimum wage base is relatively high compared to many other economies [1] - The increase in minimum wage and the introduction of a higher living wage by 2029 are contributing to rising wage costs for businesses [1] Balance of Interests - Ibec emphasizes the need to balance fair wages, especially in the context of high living costs, with sustainable wage growth for businesses [1]
爱最低工资在全球排名第六
Shang Wu Bu Wang Zhan·2025-09-18 04:26