Ireland has the highest per capita labor output in the world, but the data is significantly influenced by multinational corporations.

Foreign media: According to OECD data from 2023, Ireland ranks first globally in productivity with a GDP output of $151 per hour (calculated using purchasing power parity), but its figures are significantly affected by profit shifting by multinational corporations; if measured by Gross National Income (GNI), this figure drops to $115.

Norway ($132) ranks second thanks to its energy sector, while Luxembourg ($125) takes third place due to its financial industry. However, Luxembourg's productivity would plummet by 54% when calculated based on GNI. The United States ranks seventh with $97, above the OECD average of $71. Germany and France follow with $94 and $88 respectively.

European economies generally occupy the top positions on the list, reflecting the significant impact of capital-intensive and knowledge-intensive industries in enhancing economic value per working hour, whereas countries with higher shares in agriculture and tourism tend to rank lower.

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