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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
IsraelIsrael Imports fell to 9,743M in September 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased October 2026
Israel Imports fell to 9,743M in September 2026, released October 2026, down 1,402M from August's 11,145M reading. The print exceeded the 8,500M consensus by 1,243M. The print is running well above the 12-month average of 9,216.32M. Over the past 3 months, Imports averaged 10,428.1M, vs 9,341.42M in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 91st percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
9743
Actual
8500
Consensus
11145
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±1,121.04 million
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Oct 2026
Predicted: 9,214.05
Actual: 9,743
Error: -528.95
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Co-movement | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.51 | FOREX | Moves with | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.44 | COMMODITIES | Moves against | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.34 | FOREX | Moves against | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Imports (Israel) was reported at 9,743.00 million in October 2026. This beat the market consensus of 8,500.00 million by 1,243.00 million. The reading fell from the previous value of 11,145.00 million. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through October 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 9,216.53 million, ranging from 7,435.40 million to 11,138.40 million across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 10,199.73 million, up from the prior three at 9,706.17 million. Volatility over the past year (σ 982.80 million) is higher than the prior year (σ 773.07 million). In October readings over the past 3 years, Imports has averaged 8,500.07 million.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with USD/JPY (Bullish USD). A secondary relationship exists with XAU/USD, negatively correlated (Bearish XAU). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 1,121.04 million.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for November 12, 2026.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update October 2026.
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About Imports — Israel
DEFINITION
Imports refer to the goods and services that a country purchases from other countries. This financial indicator is used to measure the amount of foreign goods and services that are brought into a country, and is an important factor in determining a country's trade balance and overall economic health. High levels of imports can indicate a strong demand for foreign products, while low levels may suggest a weaker economy or a focus on domestic production. Tracking imports can provide valuable insights into a country's trade relationships and global economic trends.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Trade-balance and tariff data inform exchange-rate fundamentals and feed directly into GDP via the net-exports channel. 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 (Sep 2026): actual 9,743 M, consensus 8,500 M. Prior reading (Aug 2026): 11,138.4 M. Before that (Jul 2026): 9,717.8 M.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar 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 headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/JPY (Bullish USD, r=0.51) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.
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Economic Calendar - IL Events
| Thursday, October 29, 2026 | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast | Impact | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | IL | Inflation Expectations | 1.7 | 1.6 | 1.4 | 1.55 | Low |