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Ongoing Story· Day 18

Fitch Warns of Rising Israeli Debt, War Threatening Growth

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Fitch Warns Israeli Economy Risks Paralysis Amid Political Uncertainty

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Credit rating agency Fitch warned that Israel's economy risks political paralysis and potential downgrade due to the inability to form a government. The agency noted that prolonged political instability will make it difficult to reduce government debt, which has increased to 70% of GDP. Fitch's warning comes with Israel currently holding an "A" credit rating with a negative outlook.

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  • Fitch warned Israel's economy could face political paralysis impacting financial stability.
  • The inability to form a government may lead to a credit rating downgrade.
  • Government debt has risen to about 70% of GDP, up from 60% before the war.
  • Fitch cautioned about potential political instability if a government is not formed soon.
  • The agency's current assessment maintains an 'A' credit rating with a negative outlook.
Fitch Warns Israeli Economy Risks Paralysis Amid Political Uncertainty
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