Economy of israel
Moody's: Ceasefire credit positive but risks are high
The agency now sees economic growth for Israel in real terms of 2.5% in 2025, which compares with 2% in its previous forecast, rising to 4.5% in 2026.
The Hebrew-only financial system: It’s holding back Israel’s economy - opinion
Traditional industries key engines of growth in Israeli economy, but lack PR of hi-tech - opinion
A tax disguised as profits: The real cost of unregulated interest - opinion
Antisemitism in diaspora signals aliyah, with tectonic implications for Israel's economy - opinion
Anti-Jewish forces are gaining power in public and political arenas, reviving the dangerous tropes of the “cruel, treacherous Jew” and attracting large voting blocs.
Israeli businesses adapt to AI models - what does that mean for future of country's workforce?
AI can either complement human labor, freeing employees for more complex tasks, or substitute workers, potentially leading to technological unemployment.
Israel lags when it comes to requiring addition of iodine to salt
The topic is to be raised yet again later on July 16 in the Knesset Health Committee, but whether it will take serious action is not certain.
Israelis hope for potential economic 'peace dividend' after war with Iran
Israel's recent war with Iran dented the economy. Investors and Israelis are hopeful that a ceasefire could bring an economic "peace dividend" with neighboring countries.
Israel plans to bring budget deficit below 3% of GDP for 2026-28
Hurt by the war, growth was some 1% in 2024 and is projected to grow 3-3.5% this year.
The gatekeeping custodian: Why Stanley Fischer was Netanyahu's best-ever appointment - opinion
MIDDLE ISRAEL: Stanley Fischer became the gatekeeping custodian of governance that Netanyahu’s current government dreads.
Israel’s cost of living crisis is reaching a breaking point - opinion
Abandoning the vulnerable and middle class, Israel’s cost crisis deepens.
Beyond the safety net: Embracing personal responsibility - opinion
A free market cannot exist without an informed consumer. But in Israel, parts of the public are not even required to learn basic core subjects.
Why Israel can’t escape impact of tariffs
While stock indices in the US and Europe fell by about 10% in two days, the Tel Aviv 35 Index fell by just under 4% yesterday and by 0.62% on Thursday.
Trump in touch with India, Israel and Vietnam over trade deal talks, CNN reports
This comes after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu talked to Trump about the tariffs.
Time to invest in Israel's economic future through meaningful social change - editorial
Israel’s systemic inequalities are harming its economic stability.
