Economy

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.

A drone picture of family and supporters gathering as former Israeli hostage Elkana Bohbot returns home after leaving the hospital, following his release from captivity in Gaza, in Mevaseret Zion, Israel, October 19, 2025
Education Minister Yoav Kisch, August 31, 2025.

Middle school curriculum to include financial literacy in upcoming year - report

 US economy

Moody's: Ceasefire credit positive but risks are high

NEW RESEARCH by Anton Babich demonstrates the paucity of financial institutions’ investments into language accessibility.

The Hebrew-only financial system: It’s holding back Israel’s economy - opinion


Iran slashes four zeros from its currency amid soaring inflation worsened by US-E3 sanctions

Iran’s parliament approved removing four digits from its currency, the Iranian Rial, to tackle hyperinflation, though economists warn the move is mostly symbolic.

Iranian Rial banknotes over a backdrop of the Iranian flag; illustration.

Is normalization with Saudi Arabia closer or further way?

Despite US-led efforts and Saudi investments, normalization with Israel faces challenges. Saudi concerns over Palestinian statehood and regional stability continue to shape diplomatic paths.

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump tours the Abrahamic Family House during his trip to Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, in May. The Abraham Accords have shown durability during the Israel-Hamas War, says the writer.

Israel Bonds reports $5.7 billion milestone two years after Oct. 7

The milestone "signals the enduring strength of Israel’s supporters around the world,” said Dani Naveh, president and CEO of the company.

Israel Bonds President and CEO Dani Naveh speaks at The Jerusalem Post's Annual Conference in New York, US, May 19, 2025

Gold price zooms past $4,000 amid global uncertainty, Israel-Hamas War

Gold surged past $4,000 an ounce, hitting record highs as investors look for safe assets amid global turmoil

 Gold Crosses Historic $3,333 Mark

The cost of war: How can the IDF campaign in Gaza continue without crippling the economy?

After two years of a protracted military campaign, Israel must ask the how it can sustain that campaign without crippling its economy.

An illustrative image of bitcoin in front of an Israeli flag.

Global Economic Trends That Shape Tech Investment In 2025

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Lebanon prepares plan to address losses from financial crash

Decades of profligate spending by the country's ruling elite sent the economy into a tailspin in late 2019, with depositors locked out of their accounts as debt-laden banks shut down.

A member of police walks near a burning tyre lit by demonstrators during a protest near Lebanon's Central Bank building in Beirut, Lebanon October 5, 2022.

From start-up to Sparta: Is it too late for Israel to save itself from isolation? - opinion

Instead of condemning itself to isolation that a small country may not survive, Israel would do well to admit that the path it has taken has not led to good results.

EU FOREIGN POLICY chief Kaja Kallas announces sanctions against Israel last week in Brussels. The writer asks: How did Israel become a country whose prime minister declares that it is destined to turn into a super-Sparta?

Gaza war, AI use trigger rising unemployment in Israel's tech sector, Taub Center study finds

The unemployment rate in the industry has risen and exceeded the average in the economy, and in 2024 there was a sharp fall in the number of vacant jobs.

People walk near office towers at a business park also housing high tech companies, at Ofer Park in Petah Tikva, Israel August 27, 2020

Strong on defense, weak on welfare: Israel neglects the social front - opinion

The social front has been neglected in Israel during the two years of war.

THE MASAH IM HALEV project: Pitchon Lev goes around different cities across the country and, together with hundreds of volunteers, distributes basics to families who receive support from the organization.

Save small businesses: The backbone of Israel’s economy needs help - opinion

About 97% of Israel’s economy rests not on the shoulders of global companies but on the small business owners.

A shop opens at Agripas street in Jerusalem next to the Machane Yehuda market