Israel economy
Shekel surge: Currency hits three-year peak as dollar weakens, stocks climb
The strengthening of the shekel was due to several factors including talks between Israel, the US and Qatar
Israel, US in advanced talks on new trade deal to ease Trump-era tariffs on exports
OECD sees sustained post-war growth in Israel
Israel's trading week reform: Small calendar shift with major economic impact - opinion
Israel unveils High-Tech tax reform to bring talent home
8,300 Israelis working in the high-tech sector had left the country between October 2023 and July 2024,
The next battle: The future of Israeli high-tech and its economy - opinion
The actions taken today will determine if this moment is remembered as the most fantastic springboard in our history, launching us toward a future of strength, influence, and hope.
Economists split on Israel’s 2026 growth outlook amid postwar recovery
The IMF projects a modest 3.9% growth for Israel in 2026, while local forecasters expect a faster recovery as the economy rebounds from war.
Critical failures in reforms, food security, real estate data systems, state comptroller warns
Israel’s State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warned Tuesday that government reforms and data systems in key ministries are failing, leaving the economy vulnerable.
Netanyahu: Israel's economy is very strong, still needs to build 'independent arms industry'
He compared the situation Israel is in to ancient Greece by saying, “We are Athens and Sparta, or perhaps Super-Sparta. We have no choice.”
Qatar leading efforts to impose blockade on Israel, Netanyahu tells 'Post'
PM: Israel must prepare for 'new economic reality,' strengthen independent arms industries to ensure self-reliance • 'We are Athens and Sparta, or perhaps Super-Sparta'
Israel's fiscal deficit falls again
The deficit in August was NIS 9.5 billion, an improvement on August 2024, when the monthly deficit was NIS 12.2 billion.
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.
Dollar slump, deep discounts fuel new boom in Israelis’ overseas online shopping
Volumes are climbing not only in sheer numbers but in size and value: Flat-pack furniture, garden equipment, home appliances, and large toys are replacing the traditional flow of small accessories.
Israel's economy must function amid Iran attacks, chairman of umbrella business org says
“The Israeli economy has been operating for nearly two years in a state of war and has gained significant experience in handling emergency situations."