Israel economy

Following the 1967 playbook: Israel's post-war tech boom - opinion

The parallels with 1967 are striking. Israel has once again been forced to look inward towards its own military industrial base and high-tech sector

Israeli drone startup XTEND has secured a multi-million-dollar contract from the US Department of Defense to develop and deliver AI-enabled, modular, one-way attack drones designed for close-quarter combat.
US President Donald Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, April 7, 2025.

Israel’s strategic pivot: Why Netanyahu is ready to end American military aid - opinion

Israeli shekel

What are tech exits doing to Israel's economy?

Digital Health Startup Competition

As 2026 begins, AI boom pushes Israeli tech salaries toward NIS 40,000


Smotrich budget tussel: 'Attempt to weaken civil society undermines foundations of country'

Bezalel Smotrich invited the head of the Budget Department to resign if he could not comply with Smotrich's policies, shaking confidence in the ministry's economic management. 

 Israeli minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich speaks with Ministry of Finance Budget Commissioner Yogev Gardos a press conference at the Ministry of Finance in Jerusalem on October 19, 2023

Does Fitch's ratings drop show a gov't failure to manage war economy?

What exactly does Fitch's rating drop tell us about the government's management of the Israeli economy throughout the war? Will it be possible to win back investor's trust?

 Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attends a Finance committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament on June 10, 2024.

Israel shekel stumbles amidst Iran and Hezbollah attack concerns

The New Israeli Shekel levels show that the currency has suffered its worst daily decline since the October 7 massacre.

A man walks past an electronic board displaying market data at the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, in Tel Aviv, Israel November 4, 2020.

Bank of Israel drops GDP growth forecast amid prolonged war prediction

GDP impairment is affected by both army reserves mobilization and restrictions on Palestinian laborers, creating supply issues.

 Israeli police work at the area where a rocket landed in Kiryat Shmona, February 13, 2024

How efficient Israeli response to Iran's attack led to resumption of flights

Although fewer visitors than usual are expected to fly to Israel this summer due to the war, restarted airline operations and the reactivation of Ben Gurion’s Terminal 1 might help local tourism.

 An El Al plane in Ben-Gurion Airport.

No matter how big, Israel's defense budget alone can't provide security

Former INSS head says security is dependent on a diplomatic process, not just budgetary increase.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir embrace ahead of the 2023 budget vote.

Strauss, Cola, and Tnuva: Will Israel's food prices keep rising and why? - interview

While Eizenberg cautioned that it is very hard to know what may happen in the future, he predicts that the likely scenario is that prices will continue to rise in the next few months.

A Tnuva truck enters the company's logistic centre in the southern town of Kiryat Malachi, Israel May 22, 2014.

Protecting your pocket: financial tips to save during the war

The war period creates financial uncertainties. How can you prepare and avoid mistakes that could lead to a slippery slope? Tips from ONE ZERO's VP of Banking to save money in challenging times.

 Protecting your pocket: the financial tips that will save you money during the war

21% Increase in purchase of holiday gifts from war-affected businesses

BUYME Reports a 21% Increase in Purchases of Passover 2024 Holiday Gifts from Businesses Impacted by War, Showcasing Support for Local Economy and Small Enterprises.

 Giving a hand: a 21% increase in the purchase of holiday gifts from businesses affected by the war

Iran-Israel conflict: Will S&P credit rating drop harm Israel's economy?

The updated credit score, along with the other recent ratings, has the potential to impact Israel's economy in a number of ways. 

The S&P Global logo is displayed on its offices in the financial district in New York City