Israel economy
Shekel gains sharply despite interest rate cut
The Iran war led to a 3.3% contraction in GDP (on an annualized basis) in the first quarter
Israelis' wealth grows 80% in six years
Israel's cost of living surpasses wealthiest European countries
Israel’s hidden strength: Institutional capital pools
Bank of Israel keeps interest rates steady after Gaza conflict resumes
The central bank left its benchmark rate ILINR=ECI at 4.50%.
WATCH: Tanking stocks, global recession risk: What do you need to know about Trump's tariffs?
Trump's announcement of a 10% baseline tariff on all trade partners, plus additional duties for many countries, has sent global markets spiraling.
Can Israel’s economy withstand a second round of war, judicial reform, and soaring debt? - analysis
Israel's workforce is spread thin from war, extensive support to citizens, and high cost of living. Will the Israeli economy survive?
Building a circular economy: What Israel can learn from the US West Coast - opinion
By combining cross-border expertise, research capabilities, and new technologies, companies can advance a bottom-up approach.
Can Israel rebuild faster? The financial roadmap to recovery - opinion
Post-war recovery requires more than emergency relief; It demands innovative financial solutions that can accelerate rebuilding while creating sustainable economic growth.
Mothers face harm to mental health, employment, finances amid Israel-Hamas War - WIZO poll
The poll also found evidence suggesting significant gaps between the needs of the mothers and existing resources.
Editor's Notes: Israel should listen to Musk and create a DOGE of its own
We are the State of the Start-Up Nation and need to act like it. Will that be easy? No. But if there’s any country in the world that can make chaos work efficiently, it is Israel.
Gaza ceasefire with Hamas, if durable, could reduce risk to Israel's economy - Moody's
"Domestic political challenges and security concerns are some hurdles for Israel that may impede further progress," the agency said.
Start-Up Nation Central: Israeli startups raised $12.2b in 2024
Israeli cybersecurity companies, which account for 7% of all tech companies in Israel, raised $3.8 billion last year — about a third (36%) of total investments in the tech sector.
Israel economy: A rebound in farming could lead to a decrease in food prices
While key sectors show resilience, economists warn of lasting challenges due to poverty and defense spending
