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A Direct and Trusted Way to Invest in Support of Israel
Exclusive underwriter of State of Israel debt securities in the U.S. • Broker-dealer • Member FINRA
For over seven decades, individuals and institutions have invested in Israel Bonds to support Israel’s economic development while diversifying their portfolios. These general obligation bonds are used by the State of Israel when and where needed most, and hold a record of on-time payments of both principal and interest.
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Good to Know: Israel Bonds currently offer two bond options
- Fixed rate bonds, such as Jubilee and Maccabee Bonds, pay interest every May 1 and November 1, and at maturity, with the principal repaid at maturity.
- Savings bonds, including eMazel Tov, Mazel Tov, Shalom, eShalom, and Sabra, accrue interest throughout the term and pay both the principal and interest in full at maturity.
*This calculator provided by Development Corporation for Israel (DCI)/Israel Bonds is general in nature and provided for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a recommendation for any of the securities offered or as personalized advice. The calculator should not be construed as legal, tax or investment advice. DCI/Israel Bonds cannot guarantee that the content is accurate, up-to-date, complete, or timely, or that the calculator produces accurate and/or complete results. Laws of a particular state or laws which may be applicable to a particular situation may have an impact on the applicability, accuracy, or completeness of information provided. Federal and state laws and regulations are complex and are subject to change. Changes in such laws and regulations may have a material impact on pre- and/or after-tax investment results. DCI/Israel Bonds makes no warranties regarding, bears no responsibility for, and disclaims any liability arising out of, an investor’s use (or the results obtained from, interpretations made as a result of, or any tax position taken in reliance on information provided pursuant to, such investor’s use) of the calculator. An investor should contact an attorney or tax advisor regarding the investor’s specific legal, tax and/or investment situation prior to taking any action based upon the information provided. For official rates and terms, please refer to current Israel bonds offerings and prospectus or contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Israel bonds exactly?
Israel bonds are debt securities issued by the State of Israel. When an investor purchases an Israel bond, they are lending money to the State of Israel for a specific term, and Israel agrees to pay the principal and interest according to the bond’s terms.
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Who issues Israel bonds?
Israel bonds are issued by the State of Israel. The Development Corporation for Israel (DCI) is a FINRA-member broker dealer and the underwriter for Israel bonds in the United States. DCI is authorized by the State of Israel to market and sell these bonds to individuals and institutions.
DCI has affiliates that sell Israel bonds in other regions. For purchasers in Canada, click here for Canada-Israel Securities, Limited. For purchasers in the European Union, click here for the Development Company for Israel (Europe) GmbH. For purchasers outside the the United States, the European Union, and Canada, click here for Development Company for Israel (International) Limited.
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Why does Israel issue bonds?
Israel issues bonds to raise capital for its general financing needs. Israel bonds are general obligation bonds, which means their proceeds are used by the State of Israel for any purposes determined by the government.
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How long has Israel been issuing bonds?
The State of Israel has issued bonds for many decades. In the United States, the Development Corporation for Israel (DCI) began underwriting and marketing Israel bonds in 1951. Since then, investors around the world have purchased over $57 billion in Israel bonds, helping to build and sustain Israel’s economy for more than seven decades.
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Has Israel ever missed a payment on Israel bonds?
No. The State of Israel has never missed a payment of principal or interest on Israel bonds since DCI’s founding in 1951.
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What is Israel’s credit rating?
Israel receives credit ratings from major global rating agencies. These ratings can change at any time. Investors should review the most recent information directly from agencies such as Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings, and Fitch to understand the current ratings and the factors considered by each agency.
Please note that the Israel bonds sold by Development Corporation for Israel (DCI) are not rated by any of these rating agencies. -
What has been the historical performance of Israel bonds?
The State of Israel has a long record of making full and timely payments of principal and interest on Israel bonds since DCI began underwriting them in 1951. Over the years, Israel has offered both fixed-rate and floating-rate bonds, and the return on any bond depends on its specific terms which can be found in the prospectus here.
Past payment history does not guarantee future performance, and all investments involve risk. Details are available in the prospectus.
Not a Donation. A Meaningful Investment.
Through meaningful investments, not donations, Israel Bonds provides a direct and trusted way to support Israel’s growth while offering competitive financial returns. Since 1951, Israel Bonds has been a bridge between global investors and the Jewish homeland. Fueling progress, safeguarding the future, and building tomorrow, together.
