Netanyahu's crypto plan could cause 'irreversible damage' to Israeli economy, business leaders warn
109 economists, Nobel laureates, and prominent business leaders warned that Netanyahu’s approach to potential int'l sanctions could devastate investment, high-tech, and Israelis’ living standards.
Bakeries demand price increase for price-controlled bread
Israeli flour mills announced a 10% to 15% price hike due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Price-controlled bread manufacturers plan to seek Economy Ministry approval for increases.
Waiting for a passport? Glitch delays passport issuance
First report: The waiting time for a biometric passport has jumped from six weeks to about two months due to a malfunction in a Population and Immigration Authority machine.
Insurance Report: 17,000 inquiries annually, NIS 21.5m. returned to the public
The Capital Market Authority's public inquiries report for 2025 is published. In which areas were the most complaints received, and which companies stood out favorably relative to their market share?
The hi-tech dream is dead? The professions that really interest young Israelis
A new survey has revealed that young people in Israel prefer a balance between leisure and work over a high salary, and dream of caregiving and education professions more than of high-tech.
Israel Police says 143 draft evaders were released as IDF failed to meet detention deadlines
A document from the Attorney-General's Office revealed gaps in draft enforcement, including a postponement of an arrest operation and unclear criteria for releasing draft evaders at border crossings.
Will the NIS 200 banknote be canceled?
Tax Authority: "We need to cancel all the 200s." Bank of Israel: "No professional basis justifying the cancellation of any given banknote has been presented to the Governor."
Due to severe shortage: Cottage cheese imported from Switzerland for the first time in Israel
Importers spot an opportunity: Swiss cottage cheese has arrived at non-kosher retail chains at up to NIS 9 per tub with a three-month shelf life.
Assaf Rappaport and Wiz founders near deal for McDonald's Israel franchise
From a tech empire and media holdings straight to Israel's most successful fast-food chain: Cyber company Wiz's founders, led by Assaf Rappaport, are in advanced stages to acquire the franchise.
Fitch warns of the elections: 'Political instability will make reducing the deficit difficult'
The rating agency left the credit rating unchanged, but the outlook remains negative. The reason: Fear of an endless election wave that will prevent painful budget decisions from being made.
