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Israel: Staff Concluding Statement of the 2026 Article IV Mission

Israel’s economy has demonstrated notable resilience. Following the Gaza ceasefire, economic activity accelerated markedly, and staff expect growth to firm in the near term. But there are downside risks, including from potential renewed regional tensions. The conflict’s legacy is substantial: defense spending remains elevated, risk premia are higher, and labor supply is constrained by extended military mobilization and reduced availability of non-Israeli workers. [...]