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🇮🇱 Gold Price Today in Israel | ₪15,108
Live gold price in Israeli New Shekel (ILS) — updated every 5 minutes
Last updated: Jun 19, 2026, 12:40 AM ET
Per Gram (ILS)
₪485.74
Per Troy Oz (ILS)
₪15,108
Per Kg (ILS)
₪485,739
USD/Gold Spot
$4,139.23/oz
USD/ILS Rate
1 USD = 3.65 ILS
ILS per gram
₪485.74
Gold Market in Israel
Israel has a sophisticated financial market with the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) listing gold-related products. The Bank of Israel holds approximately 34 tonnes in gold reserves. Gold jewellery is important in both Jewish and Arab Israeli communities, particularly for weddings. Israeli investors have shown strong demand for gold ETFs and digital gold products.
Why do people in Israel buy gold?
Israeli investors use gold as a geopolitical risk hedge, portfolio diversifier, and inflation protection. Israel's security environment creates unique demand for portable, universally liquid assets. The shekel has been relatively strong, but geopolitical events (particularly October 2023 and subsequent conflicts) created spikes in local gold demand.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gold in Israel
What is the gold price in Israel today in shekels?
Israeli gold prices in ILS are available from the TASE, banks like Hapoalim and Leumi, and international dealers. The price tracks USD spot gold at the prevailing USD/ILS rate.
Can I buy gold ETFs in Israel?
Yes. The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) lists gold ETFs including locally managed funds and international ETFs accessible through Israeli brokers. US-listed SPDR Gold (GLD) and iShares Gold (IAU) are accessible via online brokers.
Is gold taxed in Israel?
Capital gains from gold sales are subject to Israeli capital gains tax at 25% for individuals. Gold purchases do not carry VAT (17%) if classified as investment gold by the Israeli Tax Authority. Jewellery is subject to full VAT.
Why did Israeli gold demand spike in 2023?
Following the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack and subsequent regional conflict, Israeli gold demand surged as citizens sought financial insurance. This reflected both immediate safety concerns and broader anxiety about regional stability and shekel depreciation risk.