Israel economic growth
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.
Bank of Israel to keep rates unchanged as Gaza conflict resumes
Gaza ceasefire with Hamas, if durable, could reduce risk to Israel's economy - Moody's
Finance Ministry drops growth prediction, citing expansion of fighting
Rising above the chaos: Southern industry leaders fuel Negev’s economic revival
This annual event has become a critical platform for discussing how to overcome obstacles and foster economic development in Israel's southern periphery.
Comptroller: Wages of Ethiopian Israelis 33% lower, only 67% of funds for integration plan utilized
The proportion of Ethiopian students with degrees from academic institutions compared to their proportion in the population is the smallest out of all Jewish populations.
Entrepreneurship is the catalyst for positive social change - opinion
In times of uncertainty and personal and national instability, entrepreneurship, as an approach and a set of tools, enables us to transition from being reactive to proactive.
Former Bank of Israel governor: Gov't economic response to Israel-Hamas war is insufficient
There are many characteristics of Israel's economy that make it resilient, says expert, but the future of the war could have drastic impacts on Israel's economy.
Israel-Hamas war could be won through economic alternatives
As recently as June 18, 2023, the Israeli government gave preliminary approval for Gaza gas development, making the October 7 massacre even more deplorable.
Slowing Israeli economy continues to face headwinds in July 2023
A recent report highlights a sluggish economic pace for Israel.
Bank of Israel raises interest rate to 4.75%, highest since 2006
Despite the rate hikes, Israel's inflation rate stood at 5% in April, near a 14-year high and well above the government's 1%-3% annual target range.
Barkat: I want to double Israel’s GDP within 15 years
Barkat’s lofty goals may be difficult to achieve in light of the proposed legal reform, which may harm Israel’s reputation among foreign investors.
Israel's central bank asks public for opinions on inflation target
The Bank of Israel's first task is to maintain price stability in the Israeli economy, using the interest rate tool among other things.
To win the AI revolution, companies need to evolve with it
The commercial progress and success of AI has indeed been slower than many expected - but that “delay” can actually work in favor of business.
Shekel at weakest in two months
The shekel has been depreciating over the past week as international stock markets fall and Israeli institutional investors are forced to sell shekels and buy foreign currency.
