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Ireland’s households hold nearly 175 billion euros in savings—but inflation is eroding its value. With most cash sitting idle in low-yield accounts, the government is pushing for a new savings plan inspired by the UK and Sweden, designed to coax people into smarter investments that beat inflation. A high exit tax may be deterring investment, so the plan aims to simplify and incentivize growth. Meanwhile, while savings pile up, household debt—especially mortgages—rises, creating a paradox where financial assets don’t translate to real wealth.

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