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Country Profile
Capital
Jerusalem
Population
10.3M
Area
22,072 km²
GDP (nominal)
$610.8B
GDP per capita
$60,337
Currency
ILS
Israeli new shekel
Languages
Hebrew, Arabic
Government
Parliamentary democracy
Monetary Policy
Policy Rate
3.50%
Target Inflation
2.0%
Last Move
▼ 25bps
Real Rate
+0.46%
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📖 About Israel
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Country Profiles › Country Profiles
Israel: Economic Future — AI Powerhouse, the Gaza War Economy, and the Judicial Reform Fallout
This article explores the future outlook of the Israeli economy, analyzing the massive fiscal costs of the Gaza War, the lingering institutional fallout of the judicial reforms, and the nation's potential as a global artificial intelligence hub.
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Financial History › Crisis & Financial History
Israel: A Financial History — From Kibbutzim to Startup Nation
An in-depth analysis of Israel's remarkable economic evolution, tracing its journey from socialist roots and hyperinflationary crises to becoming a global high-tech venture capital hub.
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Government & Fiscal Policy › Fiscal Policy
Israel: Government Structure — Parliamentary Democracy, the Bank of Israel, and the Defense Budget Burden
An examination of the institutional framework governing Israel's economy, detailing the fiscal challenges of coalition governance in the Knesset, the stabilizing role of the independent Bank of Israel, and the perpetual debate over the defense budget.
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Geopolitics & Defense › Defense Economics
Israel: Military and Paramilitary Forces — The IDF, the Reserves System, and the Iron Dome Economy
An analysis of the deep intersection between Israel's military forces and its macroeconomic model, analyzing the economic impact of conscription, the reserves system, and the technology transfer from defense R&D to the civilian tech sector.
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📰 News Pulse
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Energy & Commodities › Energy & Climate
Iranian President Pezeshkian Vows Defiance Against United States and Israel as India Urges Diplomacy at BRICS Summit
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used his landmark visit to New Delhi to declare that Tehran will not surrender to pressure from Washington or Tel Aviv. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated urgent calls for dialogue and maritime protection amid heightened oil market volatility and restricted traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. The high-stakes bilateral talks took place against the backdrop of the 18th BRICS Summit, where member nations are weighing energy security, trade routes, and alternative settlement mechanisms.
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Personal Finance › Insurance & Protection
Harel Insurance Reports Record Second Quarter Earnings Amid Regional Volatility
Israeli financial giant Harel Insurance reported a historic second quarter in 2026, seeing a 30% jump in comprehensive income. The results underscore the firm's resilience and strong return on equity despite a complex geopolitical environment.
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