Economics

Lebanon burns foreign reserves to hold pound steady in face of devastating war losses - analysis

Currency stability has held near 89,500 to the dollar, but reserves, banks, households, and public confidence remain under heavy strain.

A protester burns fake US dollars during a pro-Iranian regime demonstration in front of the Iranian consulate in Istanbul, on January 18, 2026.
US President Donald Trump attends a GCC summit photo session in Riyadh, alongside Qatari, Saudi, and  Bahraini leaders, May 2025.

Voices from the Arab press: Gulf tensions over Iran deepen regional fears

A container ship sails at the Suez Canal, in Ismailia, Egypt March 31, 2021. Suez Canal Authority/Handout via REUTERS

Israel needs a Suez alternative, the Ben-Gurion Canal offers one - opinion

Yasser Abbas, member of the Fatah Central Committee, attends the announcement of results of the 8th General Conference of Fatah during a press conference in Ramallah, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, May 18, 2026.

Europe’s applause for Abbas is failing Palestinian democracy - opinion


Job loss for Israeli parents hurts children's academic performance - Finance min

A recent study showed that the sudden job loss of a parent can significantly impact the child's academic future and increase the probability of their involvement in crime.

 Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry

Israel announces new tax benefits for olim: What are they and how do they work? - opinion

To attract more individuals to migrate, the finance minister has introduced a new tax relief that lowers the purchase tax rates for residential property transactions involving new immigrants.

Olim from North America arrive on a special " Aliyah flight" to the Ben Gurion airport

Billions in dollar and euro notes reach Russia despite US sanctions - report

Despite US and EU restrictions and sanctions on Russia, the influx of foreign cash continues, mainly through countries like UAE and Turkey.

 People stand in line to use an ATM money machine in Saint Petersburg, Russia February 27, 2022.

Middle Eastern economies shaky amid uncertainty as Tehran’s counteroffensive looms

The ongoing conflict is a source of uncertainty for investors everywhere, with escalations between Israel and Hezbollah threatening to push the already moribund Lebanese economy over the edge.

 (Illustrative) Stock market employees work at Tehran's Stock Exchange, Iran, January 17, 2016.

Will Kiryat Ono, Ganei Tikva, and Givat Shmuel merge into a single municipality?

The Interior Ministry appointed a committee to examine merging Kiryat Ono, Ganei Tikva, and Givat Shmuel into one municipality. Local leaders: "Outrageous decision detached from reality."

Bar-Ilan University

Comptroller: Wages of Ethiopian Israelis 33% lower, only 67% of funds for integration plan utilized

The proportion of Ethiopian students with degrees from academic institutions compared to their proportion in the population is the smallest out of all Jewish populations.

 Thousands of Ethiopian Jews take part in a prayer of the Sigd holiday on the Armon Hanatziv Promenade overlooking Jerusalem on November 23, 2022. The prayer is performed by Ethiopian Jews every year to celebrate their community's connection and commitment to Israel.

Israel's deficit continues to grow past 2024 ceiling, hits 7.6%

Increased government spending is partially made up of expenses that don't support growth, Bank Hapoalim's head economic consultant Professor Leo Leiderman said.

 An illustrative image indicating financial trouble for the Israeli economy.

A wise investment: In an age of uncertainty, AI is a key to success - opinion

I believe that AI will play an important role in the field of investments in the coming years, mainly as a tool for dealing with the unknown, in a fascinating and complex world. 

 Google logo and AI Artificial Intelligence words are seen in this illustration taken, May 4, 2023.

Your Taxes: The end of cost plus in Israel? - opinion

The Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) has just won a significant victory in the District Court against the use of the “cost plus” basis of compensation.

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of an upwards-trending graph (illustration)

Israel's Economic Resilience: Anat Katz's Insights at the Jerusalem Post 2024 Annual Conference

Facilitating collaborations: Anat Katz highlights the role of Israeli startups and American corporations.

 Katz extended an invitation to investors and partners, emphasizing Israel's readiness for business.