Economy

Bennett promises to save NIS 8,000 per family

The chairman of the Together party is launching his economic plan: It includes dismantling monopolies and exclusive importers, opening up the kosher market, and insuring bank deposits.

Naftali Bennett
Chairman of the “Together” party and former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett speaks during a press conference in Tel Aviv, June 15, 2026.

Former PM Bennett unveils plan to lower Israel’s cost of living if victorious in Knesset election

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The wealth report: A record number of millionaires worldwide

A view shows Samsung Electronics' chip production plant at Pyeongtaek, South Korea

South Korea to unveil USD 650 b. mega semiconductor, AI projects in manufacturing 'great leap'


Rethinking risk: Why Israel is no longer the outlier - opinion

The world no longer behaves as we once knew. Europe is now under quiet but noticeable pressure and the Middle East is stable but can face sudden disruptions

Investors are beginning to ask where systems continue to function under stress.

Americans weigh in on the Iran war, gas prices, their fears

Reuters spoke with 16 people across Indiana, New York, California, Georgia, and Colorado to understand how they are processing the war amid rapid news cycles and a fractured political landscape.

People wave Iranian flags and signs condemning the war on Iran as they march past the Eisenhower Executive Building during a protest in Washington, DC, on February 28, 2026.

How global esports ecosystems generate multi million dollar revenue streams

“Esports is an example of how entertainment can evolve into a complex financial structure generating multi-million-pound revenues.”

Strait of Hormuz closure has raised oil prices, but not without precedent - analysis

Even as gas prices have risen in recent weeks, another set of numbers has remained relatively contained: the markets.

A map showing the Strait of Hormuz, also known as Madiq Hurmuz, and 3D printed oil barrels are seen in this illustration taken March 26, 2026.

One month into 'Epic Fury', what have we learned so far about Israel’s economy? - opinion

Despite the damage and uncertainty, Israel’s economy is once again showing resilience, adaptability, and the capacity to recover quickly.

Matan Shitrit, Chief Economist at Phoenix Financial

Revised income tax brackets boost March salary

Income tax brackets in Israel are designed to tax those who earn more at a higher rate than those who earn less.

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Sovereignty under siege: The multidimensional war against Iran - opinion

The Iran war was not just military; it targeted sovereignty itself across political, economic, and cognitive fronts, pushing the state to the brink.

 Iranian flags fly as fire and smoke from an Israeli attack on Sharan Oil depot rise, following Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 15, 2025.

El Al demands changes to passenger compensation law

According to the company's estimates, on days when there was no commercial flight activity at all, the direct damage was about $5 million per day.

El Al plane takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, March 5, 2026.

The cost of Israel's war is also measured at the Seder table - opinion

Nearly one in four Israelis (24.1%) will celebrate Passover in a more restricted manner this year due to financial constraints.

Latet volunteers are seen packing food for Passover.

Iran’s endless war, the West’s illusion of de-escalation - opinion

Western de-escalation fails against Iran’s endless war; lasting security requires bold measures.

A demonstrator holds a placard during a protest against the Iranian government held by supporters of the Iranian royal family in exile, who marched through central London past the Iranian embassy to the Israeli embassy, in London, Britain, March 8, 2026