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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
IsraelIsrael Imports fell to 8,402.8M in March 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased April 2026
Israel Imports fell to 8,402.8M in March 2026, released April 2026, down 485.9M from February's 8,888.7M reading. The reading matched the 8,100M consensus. Year-over-year, the indicator is up 84.1M. Over the past 3 months, Imports averaged 8,526.25M, vs 8,255.26M in the prior 3-month window. The reading is in the 80th percentile of the trailing 24-month range.
Latest Release
8402.8
Actual
8100
Consensus
8888.7
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±877.88 million
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jul 2025
Predicted: 7,159.35
Actual: 6,853.3
Error: +306.05
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTC/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.61 | CRYPTO | Bullish BTC | → View |
| GBP/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.51 | FOREX | Bullish GBP | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.50 | FOREX | Bullish EUR | → View |
| USD/JPY | ▼ Inverse | −0.37 | FOREX | Bearish USD | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Imports (Israel) was reported at 9,736.60 million in June 2026. The reading rose from the previous value of 9,185.80 million. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through May 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 8,226.18 million, ranging from 6,853.30 million to 9,316.30 million across 11 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending upward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 8,746.10 million, up from the prior three at 8,203.87 million. Volatility over the past year (σ 727.93 million) is comparable than the prior year (σ 750.04 million). In May readings over the past 3 years, Imports has averaged 7,859.07 million.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with BTC/USD (Bullish BTC). A secondary relationship exists with GBP/USD, positively correlated (Bullish GBP). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 877.88 million.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 13, 2026.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update May 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 (May 2026): actual 9,736.6 M. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 9,185.8 M. Before that (Mar 2026): 8,402.8 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 BTC/USD (Bullish BTC, r=0.61) — a useful reference for crypto-focused traders.