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شبكة فلسطين الإخبارية
Q1 2026 Balance Deficit Reaches $440M
The results of the Central Bureau of Statistics surveys and the Palestinian Monetary Authority indicate the continuation of the current account deficit in the balance of payments during the first quarter of 2026, reaching $440 million, representing a 31% increase compared to the previous quarter. The main deficit was due to a trade deficit in goods amounting to $1,523 million and a services balance deficit of $81 million. Conversely, net income saw a decline of 16%, totaling $271 million, with Palestinian compensation in Israel increasing by 14% and investment income decreasing by 36%. Additionally, current transfers from abroad rose by 21% to reach $893 million, while the capital and financial account recorded a partial balance with a surplus of $788 million.
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