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Israeli Exports Hit Record $169 Billion in 2025, Surpassing Expectations
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By וואלה כסף
First reported by Now 14 · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
In 2025, Israeli exports reached a record $169 billion, surpassing forecasts and the previous 2022 high. Growth was led by high-tech and R&D sectors despite geopolitical and logistical challenges. Israel plans to expand its global trade network with five new economic attaché offices to support exporters.
- 01Israeli exports hit a record $169 billion in 2025, exceeding forecasts and 2022's peak.
- 02Growth was driven mainly by high-tech, software, and R&D sectors in the year's second half.
- 03Exports to Europe declined due to logistical and political issues, while emerging markets grew rapidly.
- 04Significant export increases occurred in Vietnam, the Philippines, Thailand, Japan, India, Serbia, and Azerbaijan.
- 05Israel will expand its trade network with five new economic attaché offices worldwide.
- 06The current 55 offices facilitated $1.2 billion in export deals in 2025, supporting global market access.
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