€43 billion at stake: The unrest in Europe poses an economic risk to Israel | Dr. Anat Hochberg-Marom
Dr. Anat Hochberg-Marom analyzes the economic risk to Israel from the wave of protests in Europe, fueled by the high cost of living, a housing crisis, and budgetary constraints. Exports to the European Union stood at €43.3 billion in 2025. Alongside the risks, the crisis may increase demand for Israeli technologies.
Dr. Anat Hochberg-Marom analyzes the economic risk to Israel stemming from the wave of protests in Europe. The protests, which began with a crisis in the higher education system, are fueled by the high cost of living, a surge in energy prices, a severe housing crisis, and budgetary constraints. In France, public debt has climbed to 119% of GDP. The article warns that the unrest could harm the cohesion of the European Union, weaken support for Ukraine, and strengthen far-right parties. For Israel, the risk includes deteriorating relations with the EU, increased antisemitism, damage to exports (which stood at €43.3 billion in 2025), and reduced investments. However, in the long term, the crisis may increase demand for Israeli technologies in the fields of security, cyber, and artificial intelligence.