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Israel downgraded to A+ by S&P

  • Downgraded from AA- to A+, negative outlook
  • The public deficit is expected to widen to 8% of GDP this year
  • Recent intensification of confrontation with Iran raises already high geopolitical risks
  • Higher deficits will also persist in the medium term
  • Net public debt is expected to peak at 66% of GDP in 2026

66% of GDP is not bad at all by the standards of a large economy, but Israel certainly faces unique fundraising risks.

This article was written by Adam Button at www.forexlive.com.

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