After a sharp slowdown following the 7 October 2023 attacks, Israel’s GDP grew 2.9% in 2025 and 3.2% in the first half of 2026; the Bank of Israel forecasts 4% growth in 2026 and 5.5% in 2027. Tech and investment have driven the rebound, with unemployment at 2.8%, inflation at 1.5%, a stronger sheke