Israel’s trade balance deteriorated in October 2026, with the deficit deepening to -5,176.2 million from -4,116.0 million recorded in September 2026. The latest figures, updated on 12 November 2026, indicate a notable month-on-month widening of the gap between imports and exports.
The increase in the negative trade balance suggests that Israel’s import bill continued to outpace its export revenues through the start of the fourth quarter. While the underlying drivers are not detailed in the release, the October data point adds pressure to the country’s external position and will likely be monitored closely by policymakers and market participants assessing the momentum of Israel’s trade sector toward the end of 2026.
