What is the state of Israel’s 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?
At this year’s Jerusalem Post Annual Conference, Minister of Economy Nir Barkat will share his vision for Israel’s economic future and the resilience of the country’s business ecosystem.
Despite the ongoing seven-front war, The Economist ranked Israel as the OECD’s third best-performing economy in 2025.
Israeli business outlet Globes highlighted several factors behind the achievement. First, Israel’s 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.
So what is behind Israel’s economic resilience during one of the most difficult periods in its history?
Barkat will discuss what many are calling Israel’s “secret sauce” and explain how the country plans to adapt to growing economic and security challenges in the years ahead.
For more information about the June 1 Annual Conference in New York and to secure tickets, visit www.jpost.com/NY26.
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