Israeli exports

A strong shekel, a weakened export engine

According to Export Institute figures, 2025 was a record year for Israeli exports. Total exports reached $164 billion, up 10%. Services exports crossed $90 billion for the first time.

The New Israeli Shekel (NIS) is stronger than ever.
Israeli shekel

Dollar falls below three shekels for first time in over 30 years, annual inflation rate declines

Israeli tech draws major crowds at CES 2026, export institute says

Israeli tech draws major crowds at CES 2026, export institute says

 Boaz Levy, CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)

Israel Aerospace to pay state $242m dividend


Rising Israeli exports approach pre-war peak, Economy Ministry predicts $160 billion

Economy and Industry Minister Nir Barkat announced the figures on the second day of the Foreign Trade Administration’s annual annexes conference.

View of the Haifa port in the Northern Israeli city of Haifa, November 17, 2024.

Israel, US seal agricultural trade deal to cut prices and boost exports

Israel and the US sealed a wide-ranging agricultural deal to lower prices, increase imports, and revive Israeli export competitiveness.

FARMERS AT Moshav Sde Nitzan, in the northern Negev.

Trading blows: European Union trade threat clouds Israel's export economy - analysis

How an EU boycott could upend Israel’s export-driven economy – and why the ceasefire offers only a temporary reprieve.

An illustrative image of Israeli and EU flags cracked.

Exporting to America: Effects of new US tariff on Israel - opinion

Trump's 15% US tariff on Israel is in violation of the free trade agreement between both countries.

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meet in the Oval Office in April. Netanyahu should have reminded Trump about the long-standing free trade agreement between our two countries, says the writer.

Yitzhak Tshuva: “A Historic Milestone in Strengthening Regional Cooperation”

A deal which reflects a deep and mutual appreciation between Delek Group and their Egyptian partners

Yitzhak Tshuva, controlling shareholder of Delek Group

Exports defy rockets: Israel keeps $150 b. trade flowing through war

“When rockets are flying and the world questions Israel’s stability, we keep doing what we do best: connecting Israel to the world,” chairman Avi Balashnikov said.

Israel Export Institute chairman Avi Balashnikov.

From Europe to Asia: Why Israel’s defense tech is in high demand - analysis

In 2024, Israel hit a record $14.7 billion in defense exports, driven by European demand for its advanced, battle-proven systems and strengthened by global partnerships.

Defense Minister Israel Katz next to an Israeli military vehicle. (illustration)

Israel Export Head at Jpost Conference in New York: “The potential in the region is huge”

Nili Shalev suggests that Israeli companies need to see the long-term partnerships and possibilities in business relationships

 Nili Shalev, CEO, Israel Export Institute

'The Human Capital in Israeli High-Tech Proved Itself During the War'

The "Battle for Money" panel took place during the 2025 Maariv-Walla conference. Among the topics discussed were import and export challenges and the tourism sector in the aftermath of the war.

"The Battle for Money: The Challenges of the Israeli Economy" panel

Is the OECD Amount B treaty second rate for Israeli distributors?

Your taxes: Israel is an OECD member but is not a covered jurisdiction for Amount B purposes. So the Israeli Tax Authority may not accept Amount B calculations from Israeli importers and exporters.

 Thousands of additional shekels can be saved every year with tax exemption