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Israeli Shekel Soars Amid Tech Boom, Tariff Concerns

1/23/2026

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Story summary
  • The Israeli shekel strengthened to its highest level since the mid-1990s.
  • This appreciation is driven by solid foreign investments and military successes, and foreign investment in Israel's tech sector remains robust.
  • For consumers, the stronger shekel lowers import costs and inflation, while exporters face pressure from a 15% US tariff.
  • Manufacturers are urged to increase efficiency or relocate operations to mitigate revenue and job impacts.