Israel on track for record year in public deals with 30 IPOs, $4.1 billion raised, report reveals

Israeli companies are demonstrating robust activity in the public transaction market, with projections indicating a record year for Initial Public Offerings (IPOs). Approximately 30 new IPOs are anticipated by the end of 2026, following a strong first half where $4.1 billion was raised. This performance positions 2026 as the third-best year in the last decade for public and private offerings, with a total of 325 deals valued at $32 billion in the first six months.

Shlomi Bartov, CEO of Grant Thornton Israel, highlighted the maturity of the Israeli transaction market, noting its resilience despite a complex macroeconomic and security environment. He pointed to strong activity, significant transactions, and high confidence from international investors, particularly from the United States. The technology sector remains the dominant force, accounting for 66% of deals, with a notable presence of AI-centered companies making up one-third of transactions.

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The first half of 2026 reflects the maturity of the Israeli transaction market. Despite a complex macroeconomic and security environment, the market continues to show strong activity, significant transactions, and high confidence from international investors, primarily American investors.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange has also experienced a remarkable surge, reporting a 38% rise in the last six months. Analysts suggest this growth is influenced by factors such as investors diversifying portfolios away from oil-dependent markets following the Iran war, and a heightened reliance on the defense sector due to ongoing conflicts. However, the report also notes a slight downward trend on the TASE after a ceasefire was declared, indicating market sensitivity to geopolitical events. Bartov added that companies are entering the market with more established business models and the capacity for larger deals, often pursuing public offerings at multi-billion-dollar valuations.

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Israeli companies are coming to the market more mature, with more established business models and the ability to generate larger deals.