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Israeli Health-Tech Industry Shows Export Stability Amid Sharp Investment Decline in 2025

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First reported by Globes · 1 day ago

What happened

Israel's Health-Tech sector experienced a 40% drop in private investments in 2025, reaching the lowest in five years, yet maintained stability in exports and company activity. The industry saw a decline in medical device funding but growth in AI investments. IATI's CEO highlighted challenges from geopolitical tensions and currency issues but stressed the sector's resilience and global leadership potential.

  • 01Private investments in Israeli Health-Tech fell 40% in 2025 to $1.6 billion, the lowest in five years.
  • 02Average deal size dropped below $10 million, with medical device funding declining sharply.
  • 03Biomedical investments remained stable, while AI-related health-tech investments grew significantly.
  • 04Industry stability persists in active companies, exports, and mergers despite investment challenges.
  • 05IATI urges enhancing Israel's investment appeal and security to sustain life sciences growth.
  • 06Efforts continue to encourage startups to incorporate in Israel and expand international collaborations.

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Channel 13Center · Hebrew3 hours ago
Israeli Health-Tech Industry Shows Export Stability Amid Sharp Investment Decline in 2025
GlobesUnrated · Hebrew1 day ago
Israeli Life Sciences Industry Faces Stagnation in 2025 Despite Global Growth

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