Israel Faces High Risk of Tax Hikes and Social Benefit Cuts After October Elections
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By מירב ארד
First reported by N12 · Jul 28, 2026
What happened
Following Israel's October 2026 elections, the new government faces strong pressure to raise taxes and reform social benefits due to a high deficit, defense costs, and a depleting National Insurance Fund. Expected measures include VAT and corporate tax hikes, increased National Insurance contributions, and potential cuts or freezes in social benefits, with significant fiscal decisions anticipated in early 2027.
- 01Israel’s post-October 2026 government likely to raise taxes amid high deficit and defense spending.
- 02National Insurance Fund expected to run out of reserves by 2029, pressuring social budgets.
- 03VAT increase by 1% could generate billions and immediately raise household expenses.
- 04Corporate tax hikes and expanded enforcement on rental and capital income are planned.
- 05Social benefit adjustments may include freezes, eligibility tightening, and retirement age changes.
- 06Fiscal measures expected in early 2027 as part of a broad budget responsibility package.
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