Finance
Iraq struggles to pay public salaries as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens
Iraq’s oil exports plunged from 100 million barrels in February to around 32 million in May and June, according to figures shown to The National by the country’s Oil Ministry.
Michael J Sacks on the connection between business growth and community investment
Knesset panel approves budget transfer of NIS 270 million to haredi education during recess
Visa buys Israel's BioCatch for $2.4b
Ministry of Education reveals new mandatory subject: Financial education
Hundreds of teachers have already been trained to teach the subject, which will provide 9th and 10th grade students with practical tools for financial management, investments, and workers' rights.
Japan, US confirm joint yen-buying intervention, signal more action to prevent selloff
Aside from helping Japan as a ally in Asia, the intervention would help the US address concerns over extraordinary weakness in the yen that offsets the boost from Trump's tariffs, analysts say.
Education Ministry announces mandatory financial education classes for ninth, tenth grades
The curriculum was designed to combine economic knowledge, behavioral psychology, and life skill development.
Trump’s agenda now: Destroy Iranian regime's ability to govern – opinion
With the American president’s plan to target the Islamic Republic’s infrastructure rather than the IRGC or nuclear sites, his principal objective has become dismantling its leadership
Your Investments: Good luck doesn't mean you made good decisions
When it comes to investing, you may hit it big on an investment or two. Over time, however, your luck will almost certainly run out.
Leonard Grunstein: A career defined by leadership, law, and lasting impact
From law and banking to philanthropy and education, Leonard Grunstein has built a career defined by leadership, integrity, and lasting impact.
Why prediction markets are the fastest-growing grey zone in global finance
Prediction markets are booming worldwide, but unclear regulations raise concerns about market integrity, insider information, and security risks.
Grapevine: Light rail, hefty price
Movers and shakers of Israeli society.
Four people, nine entities tied to Iran financial evasion network sanctioned by US Treasury
The Treasury further called for governments and financial institutions worldwide to avoid engaging with financial networks connected to Iran.
Israel’s crypto market set for major overhaul with stricter regulations
The Capital Market Authority’s new rules will impose higher capital requirements, tighter custody controls and restrictions on how crypto service providers manage customer assets.
