Who will be the next Prime Minister of Israel after the next election?

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Israelis will vote in legislative elections on 27 October 2026, with the next Prime Minister appointed immediately after the parliamentary results are formalised. The current 36% YES probability reflects a tight contest where Benjamin Netanyahu remains the leading contender, backed by Likud’s projected vote share and support from religious and far-right allies like Shas and Otzma Yehudit[1]. Historically, Israel’s proportional system has produced volatile coalitions; Netanyahu’s 2020–2026 tenure saw multiple shifts, including a brief centrist-led government under Naftali Bennett in 2021, illustrating how coalition arithmetic can overturn even dominant parties[3]. Recent polls show Likud failing to secure a majority, opening a real pathway for centrist blocs led by Yesh Atid or Bennett 2026 to gain control[4].

Traders must monitor two critical catalysts: the potential for a snap election and the outcome of coalition negotiations. Disputes over a military draft bill could dissolve the Knesset earlier, with possible snap dates between 8 September and 20 October, just weeks before the scheduled vote[5]. The Jerusalem Post has reported these tentative dates, noting that even a quick legislative process would likely push the election close to the original timeline[5]. Additionally, Netanyahu’s coalition’s inability to secure a majority in recent polls suggests opposition parties may form a viable government if centrist and centre-left blocs unite[4]. Watch for announcements from key figures like Yair Lapid or Naftali Bennett, whose parties are surging in response to public anger over Netanyahu’s government[3].

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