As we welcome the new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on Israel’s economy in 5786 - a year marked by resilience, momentum and encouraging signs of growth.
May the year ahead bring continued growth, opportunity and prosperity for all.
Shanah Tovah U’Metukah!
A major development for Israel’s water sector! 🌎
Tender launched for the world’s largest desalination facility in Emek Hefer.
✅400M m³/year, ~40% of household & industrial water use
✅Supports Prosperity Blue with Jordan
✅Potential on-site 300 MW gas power plant
#Israel
Ministry of Finance retweeted
Thank you, Noach for four years of outstanding leadership as Israel’s Minister of Economic Affairs in Washington, D.C. 🇮🇱🇺🇸
Your commitment to strengthening economic ties between Israel and the United States made a lasting impact.
Wishing you every success in your next chapter!
Ministry of Finance retweeted
We are please to welcome Chaim Martin to Washington, D.C. as Israel's Minister of Economic Affairs to United States, representing the Ministry of Finance.
We look forward to working under his leadership and wish him great success in Washington!
@Israel_MOF
@ChaimMartin1841
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IT'S FRIDAY! Time for our weekly economic update on Israel🇮🇱
💳Credit Card Spending Climbs
📈Revenue Up Across Sectors
🚢Gateway For U.S. Goods
Get the details in our weekly newsletter below👇👇
#StandWithIsrael #InvestInIsrael #Unstoppable
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🚨 ISRAEL’S LABOR MARKET IS HEATING UP! 🚨🇮🇱📈
Job vacancies climbed to 145,666 in June, up from 138,724 in May, while the vacancy rate rose from 4.23% to 4.41%.
Labor demand strengthened across ALL 11 industries. Israel’s businesses are hiring, expanding, and gearing up for growth. 🚀
#StandWithIsrael #InvestInIsrael #Unstoppable
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🚨🚨 JUST IN!! 🚨🚨
Bank of Israel’s Economic Activity Index reports a 2.5% surge in June!
The jump was powered by stronger consumer spending, recovering exports, higher industrial production, and improved activity across trade and services.
Israel’s economy is moving forward at full speed. 🇮🇱📈
#StandWithIsrael #InvestInIsrael #Unstoppable
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IT’S FRIDAY! Time for our weekly economic update on Israel🇮🇱
👷Higher Demand for Workers
📉Lowest Inflation Since 2021
🚀Economic Activity Surges 2.5%
Get the details in our weekly newsletter below!👇👇👇
#StandWithIsrael #InvestInIsrael #Unstoppable
Ministry of Finance retweeted
🚨 JUST IN: Moody's reaffirms confidence in Israel. 🚨
✅ Stable outlook
💡 Innovation-driven economy
🌍 Strong external position
📈 5.0% growth expected in 2027
The fundamentals remain strong, and the future looks even stronger!🇮🇱
#StandWithIsrael #InvestInIsrael #Unstoppable
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For thousands of years, Jerusalem has captivated travelers from around the world—>long before anyone was handing out rankings.
Now, Travel + Leisure has recognized what we have known for generations, ranking Israel’s capital Jerusalem 7th best in the world in its 2026 World’s Best Awards and #1 city in the Middle East and Africa ✨.
The city continues to draw visitors in with its unique blend of history, faith, and modern lifestyle.
Have you visited Jerusalem? Share your favorite memory below. 👇
Ministry of Finance retweeted
Jerusalem and Tel-Aviv are going digital!📱
The Municipality has just launched “MuniBox,” Israel’s first municipal digital wallet developed with PayBox. Residents can now easily manage education payments, property taxes, and municipal services in one seamless, transparent platform.
Smart cities are the future! 🏙️💸
#InvestInIsrael #StandWithIsrael #Unstoppable
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🚨📊 NEW🚨: Bank of America ranks Israel among the world's leading AI contenders. 🇮🇱
Highlights from the report:
🥇 #1 globally in AI talent
💰 Top 5 in private AI investment
🚀 Top 5 in AI companies
🌍 Top 10 in long-term AI potential
Innovation, talent, and entrepreneurship continue to power Israel's AI ecosystem.
#InvestInIsrael #StandWithIsrael #Unstoppable
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🚨BREAKING RECORDS!🚨 🇮🇱🚀
According to an analysis by @IVCOnline_IL, Israeli tech created 16 new unicorns 🦄 in just the first half of 2026, more than in any full year on record.
💰 Combined first valuation: $25.3B
The Startup Nation keeps raising the bar. 📈
#InvestInIsrael #StandWithIsrael #Unstoppable
Ministry of Finance retweeted
IT’S FRIDAY! Time for our weekly economic update on Israel🇮🇱
🏦Bank of Israel Cuts Rate to 3.5%
🛡️12-month Deficit Falls to 3.3% of GDP
🚀Q2 Tech Funding Highest Since 2022
Get the details in our weekly newsletter below!👇👇👇
#StandWithIsrael #InvestInIsrael #Unstoppable
Ministry of Finance retweeted
Israel 🤝 Somaliland: Advancing Economic Cooperation
Yesterday, Israel’s Ministry of Finance hosted Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi in Jerusalem, together with the Governor of the Central Bank and a senior ministerial delegation, for a working meeting with Minister of Finance @bezalelsm, Chief Economist Dr. Shmuel abramzon, and Israeli Ambassador to Somaliland Michael lotem.
The discussion focused on strengthening economic relations and expanding opportunities for trade, investment, and private-sector cooperation between Israel and Somaliland.
The parties reviewed the significant economic potential for future collaboration and discussed the development of a governmental framework (“toolbox”) to support business activity, reduce regulatory barriers, and encourage mutual investment.
Israel remains committed to advancing international economic partnerships and creating new opportunities for growth and cooperation.
@RepOfSomaliland
@Somalilandfir
@AbdinasirAHersi
@CentralBankSL
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Today at the Delegation: Seminar on Market Reform in Israel - Challenges & Opportunities. -LFA.
Tradition forever lasts: the U.S.-israel joint economic development group is in session for the 31st time
The Finance Minister, Moshe Kahlon, Appointed a committee to examine the raise in retirement age for women
the meeting provided an opportunity to share views on the challenges facing the EU and the Israeli economies
Israeli Chief Economist met with Director-General for Economic and Financial Affairs at @EU_Commission in Brussels




















