Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics
e-Monthly Bulletin
Issue 235 - 09/04/2026
March 2026
Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) Launches the First Version of its New Website
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MR. Abu Harb: Palestinian Women, The Half that Carries the Whole, a Presence that Never Fades, and a Steadfastness that Never Bends
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Press Releases
The increase in current transfers during the fourth quarter of 2025 mainly led to a decrease in the current account deficit to US$337 million, compared to US$750 million during the third quarter of 2025
$337M deficit
The overall Producer Price Index (PPI) for Palestine reached 187.97 in February 2026, decreasing by 3.75% compared to January 2026
-3.75%
Israeli occupation exploits over 85% of historical Palestine land
85% of land exploited
Palestinian economy recorded a 20% recession in 2025 despite 4% growth compared to 2024
-20% recession
+4% growth
Currency and deposits accounted for 57% of the total external assets of the Palestinian economy at the end of the fourth quarter of 2025.
57% of external assets
The Construction Cost Index (CCI) for residential buildings in the West Bank* reached 118.48 with a decrease of 0.23% during February 2026 compared with January 2026 (base year 2013=100).
0.23% in February
Exports increased in January, 2026 by 22% compared to January, 2025 and reached USD 171.2 Million.
171.2 Million
Salfit recorded the highest rainfall (628 mm, 90% of average), while Jericho had the lowest (121.1 mm, 73%).
Salfit 628 mm
Jericho 121.1 mm
61.5% of Women in the West Bank Do Not Reach the Minimum Recommended Daily Water Share
61.5% below minimum
The number of cultural centers operating in the West Bank decreased from 492 cultural centres in 2024 to 489 cultural centres in 2025.
489 centres in 2025
The total number of building licenses issued in the fourth quarter of 2025 decreased by 3% compared with the third quarter of 2025, and increased by 11% compared with the fourth quarter of 2024
3% vs Q3 2025
11% vs Q4 2024
Women have borne a particularly severe share of these losses, with more than 12,500 women martyrs, including 10,983 who were brought to hospitals by December 31st, 2025
12,500+ women
10,983 to hospitals
The overall IPI in Palestine reached 81.77 during January 2026 with a decrease of 2.07% compared to December 2025 (Base Year 2019 = 100).
2.07% in January
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Tables
Statistical Tables: Palestinian Health Accounts, 2024
5/4/2026
05/04/2026
Press Release: Palestinian Children Day
6/4/2026
02/2026
Press Release: Industrial Production Index
7/4/2026
Health Day
Press Release: World Health Day
14/4/2026
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Press Release: Consumer Price Index
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Indices - Consumer Price Index
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Indices - Sewage Networks Cost Index
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Indices - Producer Price Index
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Indices - Wholesale Price Index
Economic - Foreign Trade