FX.co ★ Israel’s Budget Deficit Widens to -9B in June, Extending Fiscal Slippage

Israel’s budget balance deteriorated further in June 2026, with the deficit expanding to -9 billion shekels, compared with -8 billion shekels recorded in May 2026. The latest figures, updated on 08 July 2026, point to a continued weakening in the government’s monthly fiscal position.

The consecutive month-on-month widening of the shortfall suggests rising spending, softer revenues, or a combination of both, although the data released so far only quantify the overall balance. The persistence of a larger deficit could sharpen focus on Israel’s fiscal stance heading into the second half of 2026, as investors and policymakers monitor whether the negative trend stabilizes or deepens further in the coming months.