Finance

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
Freed hostages Brothers Gali Berman and Ziv Berman arrive to their home in Kibbutz Beit Guvrin, October 19, 2025.

‘We’re still struggling’: Hostage families call for more government support

Education Minister Yoav Kisch, August 31, 2025.

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

New acting CEO and Chief Operating Officer of OurCrowd Cali Chill (L) takes over from Jon Medved

OurCrowd founder Medved becomes chairman as Chill takes acting CEO role


Bank Hapoalim, Paamonim launch free coaching program for northern evacuees

Bank Hapoalim, Paamonim launch financial coaching program for families evacuated from northern Israel.

Bank Hapoalim.

Millioniares declares Kent castle an independent micronation in response to UK hiking tax payment

The Principality of Lympne is not recognized as a nation by any country.

Ann Kaplan Mulholland wearing blue and green tiara, dark turquoise dress, and velvet bag outside Erdem during London Fashion Week on September 21, 2025 in London, England.

Your Taxes: What new immigrants and returning residents need to know before aliyah to Israel

“New residents” and “senior returning residents” who lived abroad 10 years are entitled to a package of income-tax benefits.

Calculating taxes

Your Taxes: Clarifications for new Israeli tax amnesty

Consult experienced tax and professional advisers in each country at an early stage in specific cases.

Calculating taxes

How to avoid bank scams and finance scams

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Living financially smarter in Israel: Tools for success in the AI age and beyond

The “Living Financially Smarter in Israel” forum offered expert tips on digital assets, AI, estate planning, and smart money habits for olim.

RIFKA LEBOWITZ: Thinking fiscally.

Your Investments: Yom Kippur and financial introspection

Taking the time to review your investment “sins” of the last year and atone for them is a surefire way to get yourself back on the path to financial stability.

Close up cropped image young woman calculating monthly expenses.

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.

Merchant cash advance companies how to find the top option for your business

Business.

Your Investments: On Rosh Hashanah, our finances are also judged

The fact that we are judged as to our financial situation brings with it our own responsibility to live within our means. 

Close up cropped image young woman calculating monthly expenses.

One man, one bank, and the making of modern Israel

At 95, banker, diplomat, and statesman Zalman Shoval reflects on his journey and Israel’s transformation.

Zalman Shoval: His life story intertwines with Israel’s history.