Industry Statistics and Trends
Market size and recent performance (2016-2031)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 3.7 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €1.1bn in 2026.
Trends and Insights
Digital advertising fends off fierce economic headwinds
- Advertising spending levels increased in 2022, as strong economic growth lifted consumer and business confidence, driving revenue growth. However, rising inflation and heightened uncertainty that were brewing in 2022 came into fruition in 2023, weighing on advertising spend. Yet, healthy expenditure on digital advertising maintained revenue growth. According to the IAB/PwC Online Adspend study, digital advertising in Ireland grew by 11%.
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Source: IBISWorld
Industry outlook (2026-2031)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Trends and Insights
Demand conditions for ad agencies will vary by downstream markets
- Demand from telecom and technology companies appears to be stable, thanks to the rapid advancements in technology and Ireland’s reputation as a leader in high-tech industries. Artificial intelligence is shaping up to be at the heart of innovation going forward. As tech and telecom businesses invest more resources in AI and cybersecurity, we can expect higher demand for advertising from this sector, as companies seek creative ways to showcase their new advancements.
Biggest companies in the Advertising Agencies in Ireland
| Company | Market Share (%)
2026 | Revenue (€m)
2026 |
|---|---|---|
Omnicom Group Inc | 117.2 | |
Havas Ireland Ltd | 25.6 | |
Ogilvy & Mather Group Ltd | 19.9 |
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Products & Services Segmentation
Source: IBISWorld
Industry revenue is measured across several distinct product and services lines, including TV and radio advertising, Online advertising and Print media advertising. TV and radio advertising is the largest segment of the Advertising Agencies in Ireland.
Trends and Insights
Rising internet usage and soaring online shopping boost online advertising
- Although the total amount spent on online advertising is considerably higher than the amount spent on TV and radio advertising, this segment's share of revenue is only slightly larger, as a large proportion of the total amount spent on online advertising does not flow through the industry.
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Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Advertising agencies produce, place and provide advice about advertising material across a range of media, including TV, print, radio and the internet. They also advertise at the point of sale, on billboards and using direct mail promotional campaigns. The industry excludes public relations agencies, media sales representatives and market researchers.
What's included in this industry?
Products and services covered in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland include Online advertising, TV and radio advertising, Print media advertising, Outdoor advertising, Designing and developing non-mainstream media campaigns, Cinema advertising and Professional advertising advice.Companies
Companies covered in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland include Omnicom Group Inc, Havas Ireland Ltd and Ogilvy & Mather Group Ltd.Purchase this report to view all 5 major companies in this industry.
Related Terms
Related terms covered in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland include below-the-line advertising, above-the-line advertising and outdoor advertising.Industry Code
SIC 73.11 - Advertising Agencies in Ireland
Performance
Get an indication of the industry's health through historical, current and forward-looking trends in the performance indicators that make or break businesses.
Analyst insights
AI is set to shape the advertising industry. However, Forrester Research forecasts that 7.5% of agency roles, especially entry-level jobs, could be lost to automation by 2030...
In this chapter (4)
- Current Performance
- Outlook
- Volatility
- Life Cycle
Key metrics
- Annual Revenue, Recent Growth, Forecast, Revenue Volatility
- Number of Employees, Recent Growth, Forecast, Employees per Business, Revenue per Employee
- Number of Businesses, Recent Growth, Forecast, Employees per Business, Revenue per Business
- Total Profit, Profit Margin, Profit per Business
Charts
- Revenue, including historical (2016-2025) and forecast (2026-2031)
- Employees, including historical (2016-2025) and forecast (2026-2031)
- Businesses, including historical (2016-2025) and forecast (2026-2031)
- Profit, including historical (2016-2026)
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth
- Industry Life Cycle
Detailed analysis
- Trends in supply, demand and current events that are driving current industry performance
- Expected trends, economic factors and ongoing events that drive the industry's outlook
- Key success factors for businesses to overcome volatility
- How contribution to GDP, industry saturation, innovation, consolidation, and technology and systems influence the industry's life cycle phase.
Products and Markets
Learn about an industry's products and services, markets and trends in international trade.
Analyst insight
Online advertising rises to the top. Soaring internet usage and the continued growth of online shopping means marketing through the internet keeps gaining a wider reach, push...
In this chapter
- Products & Services
- Major Markets
Key metrics
- Largest market segment and value in 2026
- Product innovation level
Charts
- Products & services segmentation in 2026
- Major market segmentation in 2026
Detailed analysis
- Trends impacting the recent performance of the industry's various segments
- Innovations in the industry's product or service offering, specialization or delivery method
- Key factors that successful businesses consider in their offerings
- Buying segments and key trends influencing demand for industry products and services
Geographic Breakdown
Discover where business activity is most concentrated in an industry and the factors driving these trends to find opportunities and conduct regional benchmarking.
Analyst insights
Dublin’s strong market draws ad agencies in. Ireland’s capital is the base for a lot of the country’s business headquarters, meaning plenty of opportunities for agencies to w...
In this chapter (1)
- Business Locations
Charts
- Share of revenue, establishment, wages and employment in each region
- Share of population compared to establishments in each region in 2026
Tables
- Number and share of establishments in each region in 2026
- Number and share of revenue each region accounts for in 2026
- Number and share of wages each region accounts for in 2026
- Number and share of employees in each region in 2026
Detailed analysis
- Geographic spread of the industry across Europe, and trends associated with changes in the business landscape
- Key success factors for businesses to use location to their advantage
Competitive Forces
Get data and insights on what's driving competition in an industry and the challenges industry operators and new entrants may face, with analysis built around Porter's Five Forces framework.
Analyst insights
Price is key to staying competitive, but reputation can win out too. The huge number of agencies means customers will often be able to find a better price, but having a histo...
In this chapter (4)
- Concentration
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer & Supplier Analysis
Key metrics
- Industry concentration level
- Industry competition level and trend
- Barriers to entry level and trend
- Substitutes level and trend
- Buyer power level and trend
- Supplier power level and trend
Charts
- Market share concentration among the top 4 suppliers from 2021-2026
- Supply chain including upstream supplying industries and downstream buying industries, flow chart
Detailed analysis
- Factors impacting the industry’s level of concentration, such as business distribution, new entrants, or merger and acquisition activity.
- Key success factors for businesses to manage the competitive environment of the industry.
- Challenges that potential industry entrants face such as legal, start-up costs, differentiation, labor/capital intensity and capital expenses.
- Key success factors for potential entrants to overcome barriers to entry.
- Competitive threats from potential substitutes for the industry’s own products and services.
- Key success factors for how successful businesses can compete with substitutes.
- Advantages that buyers have to keep favorable purchasing conditions.
- Advantages that suppliers have to maintain favorable selling conditions.
- Key success factors for how businesses can navigate buyer and supplier power.
Companies
Learn about the performance of the top companies in the industry.
Analyst insights
Omnicom rises to the top of the Irish Advertising Agency industry. Omnicom merged with IPG in November 2025, cementing its position as the largest company in the industry by ...
In this chapter
- Market Share Concentration
- Companies
- Company Spotlights
Charts
- Industry market share by company in 2022 through 2026
- Major companies in the industry, including market share, revenue, profit and profit margin in 2026
- Overview of Omnicom Group Inc's performance by revenue, market share and profit margin from 2020 through 2026
- Overview of Havas Ireland Ltd's performance by revenue, market share and profit margin from 2020 through 2026
- Overview of Ogilvy & Mather Group Ltd's performance by revenue, market share and profit margin from 2020 through 2026
- Overview of revenue, market share and profit margin trend for 2 additional companies
Detailed analysis
- Description and key data for Omnicom Group Inc, and factors influencing its performance in the industry
- Description and key data for Havas Ireland Ltd, and factors influencing its performance in the industry
- Description and key data for Ogilvy & Mather Group Ltd, and factors influencing its performance in the industry
- Description, key data and performance trends for 2 additional companies
External Environment
Understand the demographic, economic and regulatory factors that shape how businesses in an industry perform.
Analyst insights
A lack of public support means agencies only have associations to turn to for help. They can join the Association of Advertisers in Ireland to benefit from advice and support...
In this chapter
- External Drivers
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key metrics
- Regulation & policy level and trend
- Assistance level and trend
Charts
- Regulation & Policy historical data and forecast (2016-2031)
- Assistance historical data and forecast (2016-2031)
Detailed analysis
- Demographic and macroeconomic factors influencing the industry, including Regulation & Policy and Assistance
- Major types of regulations, regulatory bodies, industry standards or specific regulations impacting requirements for industry operators
- Key governmental and non-governmental groups or policies that may provide some relief for industry operators.
Financial Benchmarks
View average costs for industry operators and compare financial data against an industry's financial benchmarks over time.
Analyst insights
Price competition intensifies. With more companies entering the market and other businesses, like PR firms, encroaching on the market, agencies are offering lower rates to st...
In this chapter
- Cost Structure
- Financial Ratios
- Key Ratios
Key metrics
- Profit margin, and how it compares to the sector-wide margin
- Average wages, and how it compares to the sector-wide average wage
- Largest cost component as a percentage of revenue
- Industry average ratios for days' receivables, industry coverage and debt-to-net-worth ratio
Charts
- Average industry operating costs as a share of revenue, including purchases, wages, depreciation, utilities, rent, other costs and profit in 2026
- Average sector operating costs as a share of revenue, including purchases, wages, depreciation, utilities, rent, other costs and profit in 2026
- Investment vs. share of economy
Data tables
- Cash Flow & Debt Service Ratios (2016-2031)
- Revenue per Employee (2016-2031)
- Revenue per Enterprise (2016-2031)
- Employees per Establishment (2016-2031)
- Employees per Enterprise (2016-2031)
- Average Wage (2016-2031)
- Wages/Revenue (2016-2031)
- Establishments per Enterprise (2016-2031)
- IVA/Revenue (2016-2031)
- Imports/Demand (2016-2031)
- Exports/Revenue (2016-2031)
Detailed analysis
- Trends in the cost component for industry operators and their impact on industry costs and profitability
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2016-2031)
- IVA (2016-2031)
- Establishments (2016-2031)
- Enterprises (2016-2031)
- Employment (2016-2031)
- Exports (2016-2031)
- Imports (2016-2031)
- Wages (2016-2031)
Top Questions Answered
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What is the market size of the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland in 2026?
The market size of the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland is €1.1bn in 2026.
How many businesses are there in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland in 2026?
There are 946 businesses in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2021 and 2026.
How may import tariffs affect the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland?
The Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland is unlikely to be materially impacted by import tariffs with imports accounting for a low share of industry revenue.
How may export tariffs affect the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland?
The Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland is unlikely to be materially impacted by export tariffs with exports accounting for a low share of industry revenue.
Has the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland has been growing at a CAGR of 3.7 % between 2021 and 2026.
What is the forecast growth of the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland?
The biggest companies operating in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland are Omnicom Group Inc, Havas Ireland Ltd and Ogilvy & Mather Group Ltd
What does the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland include?
Online advertising and TV and radio advertising are part of the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland?
The company holding the most market share in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland is Omnicom Group Inc.
How competitive is the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Advertising Agencies industry in Ireland.
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- Central Statistics Office
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- Irish Tax & Customs
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