Israeli exports reached an all-time high in 2025, climbing to about $165 billion despite a year marked by security turmoil, economic uncertainty and geopolitical shocks, according to data from the Israel Export Institute and the Economy and Industry Ministry.
The figure represents an increase of about 10% compared with the previous year and marks one of the strongest export years in Israel’s history.
The most striking growth came from the services sector. Israeli services exports crossed the $92 billion mark for the first time, accounting for about 56% of all exports. The data reflect the continued global strength of Israel’s high-tech, cybersecurity, fintech, software and innovation sectors.
They also underscore how dependent the Israeli economy has become on high-tech, now its largest and most critical economic engine.
Another notable trend emerged in 2025: for the first time in four years, both main components of Israeli exports, goods and services, grew at the same time. Officials said that points to a broader recovery rather than growth driven by a single sector alone.
Still, alongside the record figures, economic officials warned that the data also reflect what they described as “fragile resilience.”
Avi Balashnikov Photo: Israel Export InstituteIsraeli exporters continue to face a difficult global trade environment, geopolitical uncertainty, high financing costs and volatile markets. One of the main challenges is the strong shekel, which erodes exporters’ dollar-based profitability and makes it harder for Israeli companies to compete internationally.
“The 2025 figures once again prove the strength, creativity and resilience of the Israeli economy,” said Avi Balashnikov, chairman of the Israel Export Institute. “Even during a period of security and economic challenges, Israeli exports continue to break records and expand globally.
“At the same time, we cannot ignore the challenges facing exporters, especially the complex global trade environment and the impact of exchange rates. Our role at the Export Institute is to continue opening new doors for Israeli companies, strengthening their presence in international markets and providing them with the tools to succeed even during difficult times.
“I am proud to lead the Israel Export Institute, which is a partner in this tremendous success and continues working around the clock to help our exporters break new records.”
Nili Shalev, CEO of the Israel Export Institute Photo: Hanah tayebNili Shalev, CEO of the Israel Export Institute, said the institute would focus in the coming period on expanding Israeli exporters’ activity in new markets, strengthening economic ties with Asian countries and Argentina, and deepening support for companies seeking to grow overseas.
“We are proud of our exporters, who continue to prove that even during wartime, Israeli innovation prevails,” she said.