Israel’s Economy Grew in 2025, but War Left a $47 Billion Hole
Israel's economy saw accelerated growth in 2025, but the Bank of Israel's report revealed a $47 billion output loss from war, per Governor Amir Yaron.
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Israel's economy saw accelerated growth in 2025, but the Bank of Israel's report revealed a $47 billion output loss from war, per Governor Amir Yaron.
Israel's Ministry of Labor estimates 490,000 workers, or 11% of the workforce, are absent due to conflict, affecting key sectors.
Israel's Tourism Ministry is proposing a $134 million state-backed loan fund to overcome financing challenges for hotel developers and expand capacity.
Israel's industrial output price index dropped 1.2% in July, with fuel prices falling 12.1%, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.
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On July 7, 2026, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) experienced broad declines, with the TA-35 index falling 1.95% to 4,085.97.
The Bank of Israel released end-of-day shekel exchange rates for July 7, 2026, with the Israeli currency showing daily gains against the US Dollar, Euro.