Economy
The state of the Israeli economy - opinion
One major difficulty when evaluating Israel’s current economic situation is the lack of concrete data about the government’s operational plans regarding the war in Gaza.
A tax disguised as profits: The real cost of unregulated interest - opinion
Paradox of Bitcoin’s maturity: The rebel becomes the establishment - opinion
Israel's economic resilience could suffer from severe labor shortage - opinion
Is Egypt truly a friend of Israel? - opinion
Israel’s challenge is to continue managing this vital economic partnership without ignoring the clear signs that, in the military and political arenas, Egypt maintains a posture of suspicion.
The high cost of living is not unavoidable: How to make life in Israel less expensive - opinion
A combination of government policy and smarter consumer behavior can lead to a reduction in the cost of living in Israel.
How much will Gaza occupation cost Israel? Expert weighs in
Professor Elise Brezis estimates Gaza's annual food supply costs at 3.4 billion shekels, highlighting the challenges of feeding its 2 million residents if Israel assumes control.
Trump's higher tariff rates hit goods from major US trading partners, incl. Israel
Trump's July 31 tariff order imposed duties above 10% on 67 trading partners, while the rate was kept at 10% for those not listed.
The smart money is on Israel: Why investing in the Jewish state is a good move - opinion
Fortune will favor those willing to look beyond conflict and uncertainty to seize opportunities in the Start-Up Nation.
No cash to spare: Reconstructing Iran after Israel war could cost $500 b., Mideast expert says
Even before the conflict, Tehran estimated it needed more than $500 billion in foreign investment just to modernize outdated roads, grids, and ports, but now, resources would go to rebuilding.
AI-powered content creation gives small businesses in the Middle East a voice
Trump fires Statistics Commissioner amid 'fake jobs numbers' accusation
US President Donald Trump fired the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer on Friday, after accusing her of faking the jobs numbers.
Finance Ministry downplays US 15% tariff on Israeli goods, say there is ongoing dialogue for deal
The rate set for Israel is down from the initial 17% rate issued by the US president in the executive order signed in April, which imposed tariffs on a host of nations.
The pension name reform: Much more is needed - opinion
Name and branding changes are an important start, but they do not fully address the public’s most basic need: understanding.
Employers on the front line: The labor market put to the test - opinion
Economic resilience in Israel’s business sector depends also on the ability of employers to act strategically and inclusively, connecting to the diverse communities around them.