Economics

Approval granted for the transfer of NIS 1.1 billion for the rehabilitation of southern communities

A week after the explosion in the Finance Committee, the budget was approved unanimously. Hanoch Milwidsky explained the delay as an attempt to obtain reports and assist businesses in the North.

Hanoch Milwidsky
 Saudi Arabia's national flag is seen at the Khoba frontline border with Yemen

Saudi Arabia explores IMEC route through Syria, sidestepping Israel, sources tell 'Post'

Containers carrying goods from the United Arab Emirates, which entered Israel on an MSC cargo ship, are unloaded with a cargo crane bearing Israeli and Emirati flags at Haifa's port, northern Israel October 12, 2020

'Israel must not lose this opportunity': Former Biden official warns about Israel's role in IMEC

 Night view of Prague’s rotating ‘Head of Franz Kafka’ sculpture.

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Trump mulls economic emergency declaration to back universal tariff plans, CNN reports

The move will allow Trump to build a new tariff program by using the International Economic Emergency Powers Act.

 US President-elect Donald Trump speaks after a meeting with Republicans in Congress at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, US. January 8, 2025.

Israel's 'trapped profits’ amendment is a double tax trap

Your Taxes: The article is intended for anyone in business or invested in a business or real estate venture.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu seen in the Knesset ahead of a budget vote.

Despite instability, the French economy offers entry points for Israeli investors - opinion

For Israeli investors, the political and economic crises in France underscore the importance of strategic diversification and a disciplined approach.

 FRANCE’S OUTGOING prime minister Michel Barnier listens to the newly-appointed prime minister, and president of the Democratic Movement party, Francois Bayrou, who is speaking during the handover ceremony in Paris earlier this month.

Creatively solving the economic crisis: Supporting small businesses for a stronger future - opinion

Many countries have demonstrated that supporting small businesses and easing regulations on them are crucial tools for combating poverty and driving economic growth.

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Israel's GDP grows 3.8% in Q3, CPI dropped 0.4% - CBS

Since the beginning of the year, the CPI and the CPI not including energy each increased by 3.5%

  New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins are seen in this picture illustration taken November 9, 2021.

Why Israel’s stock market is ignoring economic forecasts

“We’re seeing the market repeating the way it has been in the past in previous security events," Kahanovitz said with optimism.

An electronic board displaying market data is seen at the entrance of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, in Tel Aviv, Israel

Avoid IRA tax nightmares: Tips for retirees and new olim

Slow down and be deliberate before making big financial decisions, and make sure you understand all the facts and ramifications of your decision before pulling the trigger. 

 French Jews arrive in Israel for Aliyah, August 1, 2024.

Your Investments: End of year strategy for large market gains

The end of the year is always a good time to review finances, compare your current situation to your stated goals and needs.

 SMART PLANNING can literally save you thousands and thousands of dollars. With Hanukkah approaching, that’s some serious ‘gelt’!

Donald Trump threatens BRICS nations with '100% tariffs' if they replace US dollar

In his campaign, Trump promised he would make it costly for countries to move away from the US dollar, and has threatened to use tariffs to ensure they complied.

US President Donald Trump attends a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket, in Brownsville, Texas, US, November 19, 2024.

IAI net income spikes by 74% to $416m.

Israel Aerospace Industries reports record-breaking performance with $416 million in net income and a $25 billion order backlog in 2024's first nine months.