Bank of Israel
Financial education program for soldiers in need launched by IDF, Bank of Israel, nonprofits
The program aims to ease the burden of financial difficulties and debt as young men and women transition from military service into the workforce.
Israel in the eye of the storm — But the economy tells a different story
Bank of Israel lowers interest rate to 3.5% in response to strong shekel, halt in war with Iran
Bank of Israel reveals new data on Israel’s mortgage market
Bank of Israel holds interest rate at 4.5%, lowers GDP growth prediction
Among considerations discussed when determining the interest rate was that inflation in Israel has been on an upward trend, in contrast to global trends, he said.
Bank of Israel to hold rates even as inflation rises: Reuters poll
"A prolonged war on multiple fronts could weaken economic activity further and heat inflation, raising the risk of stagflation," Barclays economist said.
No. 26: Amir Yaron: Fighting to stabilize Israel's economy
Amir Yaron, the governor of the Bank of Israel, has worked to stabilize the shekel in the face of the multifront war and international boycotts.
Israel's central bank extends war economic aid package
Residents of the South up to 7 km. are eligible for extended benefits, as opposed to residents up to 30 km. from the border as previously.
Nagel committee rewrites national security doctrine, Hezbollah sends rocket barrage
Many observers have raised questions about how the Nagel committee will be able to reach the optimal conclusions regarding Israel’s future defense posture without a review of the October 7 failures.
Israel's interest rate remains unchanged at 4.5%, Bank of Israel says
Uncertainty about the 2025 budget and adjustments needed to shrink the deficit may make lowering inflation harder, the BOI said.
Israeli banks refusing shekel cash deposits from West Bank, Palestinian officials say
The ‘Digital Shekel Challenge’ advancing Israel’s economic future
Recently, the Bank of Israel commenced its “Digital Shekel Challenge,” an initiative for fintech to spearhead the creation of Israel’s digital ledger
Israeli leaders kick off 2025 budget talks as war costs push up 2024 deficit
Netanyahu and economic officials discuss Israel's 2025 budget amid fiscal challenges from ongoing conflict, aiming for parliamentary approval by year-end amidst rising deficit concerns.
Bank of Israel waiting for digital Euro ahead of digital Shekel launch
The Bank of Israel plans to improve its payment system with a digital shekel, but it is waiting for other advanced economies to launch digital currencies.