What is the state of Israel\u2019s economy after nearly three years of war? As Israel increases its defense budget, weans itself off US aid, and halts the hiring of most Palestinian workers, can its industries continue to survive and thrive?<\/p>\n
Despite the ongoing seven-front war, The Economist ranked Israel as the OECD\u2019s third best-performing economy in 2025.<\/p>\n
Israeli business outlet Globes highlighted several factors behind the achievement. First, Israel\u2019s stock market recorded the highest gains among OECD countries in 2025, rising by 53.3%. Second, Israel achieved GDP growth of 3.5%, ranking fourth among OECD nations.<\/p>\n
So what is behind Israel\u2019s economic resilience during one of the most difficult periods in its history?<\/p>\n
Barkat will discuss what many are calling Israel\u2019s \u201csecret sauce\u201d and explain how the country plans to adapt to growing economic and security challenges in the years ahead.<\/p>\n