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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
IsraelIsrael Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 220.38B in September 2024
FMPMonthlyReleased October 2024
Israel Foreign Exchange Reserves climbed to 220.38B in September 2024, released October 2024, up 2.99B from August's 217.39B reading. The reading matched the 217.38B consensus. Foreign Exchange Reserves has now risen for 4 consecutive months. Over the past 3 months, Foreign Exchange Reserves averaged 215.51B, vs 209.63B in the prior 3-month window. Foreign Exchange Reserves is now the highest in 35 months.
Latest Release
220.377
Actual
217.377
Consensus
217.385
Previous
Sigmacast Track Record
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Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GBP/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.43 | FOREX | Bearish GBP | → View |
| S&P 500 | ▲ Direct | +0.41 | INDEX | Bullish S&P 500 | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.27 | FOREX | Bullish USD | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.27 | COMMODITIES | Bearish XAU | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Foreign Exchange Reserves (Israel) was reported at 238.68 billion in June 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 235.75 billion. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 232.46 billion, ranging from 226.77 billion to 238.68 billion across 12 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 237.31 billion, up from the prior three at 232.36 billion. Volatility over the past year (σ 3.56 billion) is comparable than the prior year (σ 3.82 billion). In June readings over the past 3 years, Foreign Exchange Reserves has averaged 227.02 billion.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with GBP/USD (Bearish GBP). A secondary relationship exists with S&P 500, positively correlated (Bullish S&P 500).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Foreign Exchange Reserves — Israel
DEFINITION
Foreign Exchange Reserves refer to the amount of foreign currency held by a country's central bank. These reserves are used to maintain stability in the country's currency and to fulfill international payment obligations. They serve as a measure of a country's economic strength and ability to withstand external shocks. Foreign Exchange Reserves are an important financial indicator for investors and policymakers, providing insight into a country's monetary policy and its ability to manage its currency.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (May 2026): actual 238.7 M. Prior reading (May 2026): 238.7 M. Before that (Apr 2026): 235.7 M.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a higher reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with GBP/USD (Bearish GBP, r=-0.43) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.