Government debt (% of GDP) in Israel
In 2025, general government debt as a share of GDP in Israel was 68.5 %, up from 67.7 % in 2024. Explore the historical series and compare Israel with other economies below.
Government debt (% of GDP)
Gross debt of the general government
Israel
| Year | % |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 68.5 |
| 2024 | 67.7 |
| 2023 | 61.3 |
| 2022 | 60.3 |
| 2021 | 67.7 |
| 2020 | 71.1 |
| 2019 | 59.3 |
| 2018 | 60.1 |
| 2017 | 59.8 |
| 2016 | 61.7 |
| 2015 | 62.8 |
| 2014 | 65.8 |
| 2013 | 66.0 |
| 2012 | 66.9 |
| 2011 | 67.2 |
| 2010 | 69.0 |
| 2009 | 72.6 |
| 2008 | 70.2 |
| 2007 | 70.8 |
| 2006 | 77.7 |
| 2005 | 85.2 |
| 2004 | 88.3 |
| 2003 | 89.7 |
| 2002 | 87.2 |
| 2001 | 81.1 |
| 2000 | 77.2 |
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About this indicator
This indicator measures general government gross debt as a percentage of GDP. Debt includes liabilities that require payment of interest and/or principal in the future. It follows the IMF World Economic Outlook definition of government debt, under the IMF Government Finance Statistics Manual (GFSM) framework. Debt is gross, that is, it is not net of government financial assets.
Comparing debt-to-GDP ratios across countries therefore reflects the stock of government liabilities relative to the size of the economy. It captures the cumulative effect of past budget deficits and surpluses. A higher ratio can signal greater fiscal pressure or borrowing needs, but it should be read alongside other indicators, such as budget balances, interest payments, and economic growth.
Comparing debt-to-GDP ratios across countries therefore reflects the stock of government liabilities relative to the size of the economy. It captures the cumulative effect of past budget deficits and surpluses. A higher ratio can signal greater fiscal pressure or borrowing needs, but it should be read alongside other indicators, such as budget balances, interest payments, and economic growth.
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Data sources
The data for this indicator are drawn from the IMF World Economic Outlook.
Last update
This indicator was last updated on Econorama on 18 June 2026 and reflects the latest data available from the underlying sources at that time.