Israel Government Debt to GDP — 2026 Data & Trend
Israel's government debt was 88.31% in December 1999, down from 94.51% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 94.51%.
Israel's government debt stands at 88.31% as of December 1999. Over the latest readings, the government debt has moved within a band of 88.31% to 132.20%. The most recent figure of 88.31% is down from 94.51% a year earlier, and is 6.20% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 121 economies tracked on this platform, Israel ranks #22 on government debt by latest value. It fell from 94.51% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 94.51%.
What's driving it
The debt ratio moves with budget deficits, growth, interest costs and the currency; faster nominal growth lowers it, while wide deficits push it up.
Recent readings
| Period | Government debt |
|---|---|
| Dec 1999 | 88.31% |
| Dec 1998 | 94.51% |
| Dec 1997 | 93.47% |
| Dec 1996 | 98.23% |
| Dec 1995 | 99.35% |
| Dec 1994 | 103.57% |
| Dec 1993 | 111.94% |
| Dec 1992 | 114.19% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
How Much Government Debt Does Israel Have in 2026?
Israel's government debt was 88.31% in December 1999, down from 94.51% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 94.51%.
Is the government debt rising or falling in Israel?
It fell in the latest reading — 88.31% in December 1999 versus 94.51% a year earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is government debt?
It measures total public debt expressed as a share of gross domestic product (debt-to-GDP).