Israel's stock market soared more than 200% from its post-Hamas low, despite the war and domestic economic woes, buoyed by the tech sector and foreign investment.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange index has performed exceptionally well, rising more than 200% from its low reached after the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Although GDP contracted by almost 20% in the last months of the year, investor confidence increased, with tens of thousands of trading accounts opening. The technology and defense sectors are key drivers of this resilience, attracting significant international investment. The national currency has strengthened and inflation is expected to return to the target range, facilitating monetary easing.