Economy of israel
IDB Chief Economist Einat Meir on Israel’s 2026 economic outlook and the global picture
Meir states that the Israeli shekel was one of the world’s strongest currencies in 2025, and is expected to maintain its strength in 2026
Teva collaborates on skin disease treatment, releases targets
Fuel prices in Israel to drop below 7 shekels per liter for first time since 2023
Economic recovery must be Israel’s priority for 2026 - opinion
Gaza war dampens Ramadan celebrations in east Jerusalem
Palestinian merchants in east Jerusalem face economic and security consequences and fear further financial impact from Israeli restrictions on Al-Aqsa Mosque access.
Up to 20% discount: Partner enters the domestic electricity market
Partner Power launches with three plans: up to 7% off all day, 15% for daytimes, and 20% for night hours. How to join and how does it compare to others?
Highest demand in history: Israel raised $8 billion abroad
The issuance of US bonds and the high demand total $38 billion. Smotrich: "A vote of confidence from investors in the Israeli economy."
The Bank of Israel: Interest rate stands unchanged at 4.5%
Amir Yaron of the Bank of Israel extends public relief and calls for a committee to devise a multi-year defense budget plan due to economic challenges
Gas prices throughout Israel set to rise Thursday night
The increase will not be mitigated by the usual subsidy on gas, which has been suspended in light of wartime budget cuts.
Bank of Israel keeps rates steady due to Gaza war uncertainty
"It has been four difficult months for Israel," Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron told a press conference. "Beyond security issues, the war brings with it marked economic
Wartime update: Compensation for property owners, reservists
Compensation and other measures are gradually being extended as the war continues. Here is a partial wartime update.
The Moody’s credit downgrade: Economic policy change cannot wait - opinion
Our policymakers would be well advised to study the risk analysis and assessment in Moody’s report closely and to take all possible steps to mitigate the risks.
War with Hamas dents Israel economy but strong rebound seen afterwards
Consumer confidence stands at levels not seen since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, while the annual inflation rate has eased back down to 3%.
Netanyahu adviser says markets ignore Moody's Israel cut, investors see beyond Gaza war
The shekel ILS = currency now stands at 3.66 per dollar versus 3.68 before the ratings action, in which Moody's kept its outlook at negative to imply a further cut.