Economics

Dubai built an economic empire Iran’s return cannot erase - opinion

Dubai’s rise was driven by decades of policies, infrastructure and global connections, not simply by Iran’s decline after the 1979 revolution.

 A view of Burj Khalifa, after an Iranian attack, following United States and Israel strikes on Iran, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 1, 2026
IRGC intelligence chief Majid Khademi pictured in February 2026.

US offers $10 million reward for information on senior IRGC leaders, including one killed in April

Israeli family suffering from Post-traumatic stress disorder after a rocket attack. PST develop in people who have been through a traumatic event which threatened their life, 2008

The ROI of resilience: The economic case for healing Israel’s traumatized children

Elbit Systems.

Israel’s economic resilience: Growth and investment despite years of war - opinion


Finance Ministry officials to 'Post': Moody's rating drop was premature, a step too far

The downgrade dropped Israel by two notches, from A2 to Baa1—the country's lowest score ever—and maintained a negative outlook for its rating.

Bezalel Smotrich is seen pointing down in an illustrative featuring credit agency Moody's.

Palestinian Authority fails to meet minimum fiscal transparency - US State Dept

According to the report, the PA provided incomplete information on debt obligations, including for PA-owned businesses.

 Palestinian Authority head Mahmoud Abbas.

To achieve peace, Israel needs a Hamas bypass operation - opinion

Here’s our suggestion for consideration by all concerned.

 PALESTINIAN FISHERMEN stand next to a fishing net on the beach in Rafah in January.

Eve Young: Journalism's voice of the voiceless, shining spotlight on domestic affairs

Behind the Bylines: Stories of individuals struggling with economic crises, protesting, or facing injustices in domestic institutions need to be heard. Eve Young gives them a voice.

 Eve Young, Jerusalem Post domestic affairs and economics reporter.

Job loss for Israeli parents hurts children's academic performance - Finance min

A recent study showed that the sudden job loss of a parent can significantly impact the child's academic future and increase the probability of their involvement in crime.

 Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry

Israel announces new tax benefits for olim: What are they and how do they work? - opinion

To attract more individuals to migrate, the finance minister has introduced a new tax relief that lowers the purchase tax rates for residential property transactions involving new immigrants.

Olim from North America arrive on a special " Aliyah flight" to the Ben Gurion airport

Billions in dollar and euro notes reach Russia despite US sanctions - report

Despite US and EU restrictions and sanctions on Russia, the influx of foreign cash continues, mainly through countries like UAE and Turkey.

 People stand in line to use an ATM money machine in Saint Petersburg, Russia February 27, 2022.

Middle Eastern economies shaky amid uncertainty as Tehran’s counteroffensive looms

The ongoing conflict is a source of uncertainty for investors everywhere, with escalations between Israel and Hezbollah threatening to push the already moribund Lebanese economy over the edge.

 (Illustrative) Stock market employees work at Tehran's Stock Exchange, Iran, January 17, 2016.

Will Kiryat Ono, Ganei Tikva, and Givat Shmuel merge into a single municipality?

The Interior Ministry appointed a committee to examine merging Kiryat Ono, Ganei Tikva, and Givat Shmuel into one municipality. Local leaders: "Outrageous decision detached from reality."

Bar-Ilan University

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.

 Thousands of Ethiopian Jews take part in a prayer of the Sigd holiday on the Armon Hanatziv Promenade overlooking Jerusalem on November 23, 2022. The prayer is performed by Ethiopian Jews every year to celebrate their community's connection and commitment to Israel.