Optimism in Israel

More Mutual Funds CEO and CIO Yotav Costica agrees that the market optimism stems from expectations that are broader than a deal with Hamas. He says, “The last few months have been very positive for the Israeli capital market, which has managed to deliver significant excess returns relative to the world, both in the stock market and the bonds market. This was due to the military success in Lebanon and the subsequent ceasefire, the fall of [Syrian president Bashir al-]Assad and the election of [Donald] Trump. We estimate that the positive trend will continue due to the emerging [Hamas] deal, which could provide a tailwind for the Israeli stock market, which may continue to outperform Europe and the US. In addition, it can be assumed that the shekel, which has been one of the strongest currencies in the world in recent months, will continue to strengthen, especially if we see the Abraham Accords expanding.”