Israel Trade Balance
External balance on goods and services NE.RSB.GNFS.CD
Israel's trade balance was $13.5B in 2025, ranked 33rd globally. This represents a 3.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Israel's trade balance stood at $13.5B in 2025, a rise of +$418.0M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $13.5B by 2025. Israel ranked 33rd globally.
Israel’s trade balance has risen markedly, reaching a surplus of 13,481,822,732.25 in 2025, placing the country 33rd globally and edging close to peers such as Canada (12,938,757,565.62) and Algeria (14,659,852,533.40). The upward trajectory follows a historic low of –8,351,878,309.36 in 1996, when the balance turned sharply negative amid regional turmoil and limited export diversification. A sustained expansion of high‑tech exports and services propelled the balance to its all‑time peak of 14,498,331,399.76 in 2023, the highest figure in the 56‑year series. The swing from a deep deficit to a robust surplus reflects structural reforms, increased foreign investment, and a growing share of value‑added goods in global markets. If Israel continues to broaden its export base and mitigate geopolitical risks, the surplus is likely to remain strong, though any sharp shifts in global demand or trade policy could alter the forward path.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Balance | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $13.8B | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $13.6B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $13.5B | - | - |
| 2025 | $13.5B | +$418.0M | #33 |
| 2024 | $13.1B | −$1.4B | #128 |
| 2023 | $14.5B | +$3.3B | #143 |
| 2022 | $11.2B | −$2.3B | #149 |
| 2021 | $13.4B | +$680.7M | #151 |
| 2020 | $12.8B | +$6.2B | #155 |
| 2019 | $6.6B | +$4.1B | #147 |
| 2018 | $2.4B | −$3.6B | #138 |
| 2017 | $6.0B | +$876.3M | #151 |
| 2016 | $5.1B | −$3.4B | #152 |
| 2015 | $8.6B | +$4.6B | #157 |
| 2014 | $4.0B | −$421.9M | #145 |
| 2013 | $4.4B | +$5.8B | #139 |
| 2012 | $-1.4B | +$69.9M | #74 |
| 2011 | $-1.5B | −$4.9B | #64 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Israel matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade balance improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
French economic instability, evidenced by Carrefour's guidance cut due to riots, could dampen demand for Israeli exports to the EU, potentially affecting Israel's $13.5B trade surplus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Israel's trade balance was $13.5B in 2025. Ranked 33rd globally. This represents a 3.2% increase from the previous year.
Israel's trade balance peaked at $14.5B in 2023.
The lowest trade balance in Israel was $-8.4B in 1996.
Israel ranks 33rd globally in trade balance as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.RSB.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Israel's trade balance is projected to reach $13.5B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Israel's trade balance was approximately 13.48 billion ($13.5B) in 2025.
The trade balance of Israel in 2025 was $13.5B. This ranks 33rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_israel_trade-balance,
title = {Israel Trade Balance},
url = {https://historysaid.com/israel/trade-balance/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}