Economy
World Bank warns of 16% rise in commodity pricing over Hormuz closure
World Bank forecasts a 24% rise in energy prices in 2026, driven by the Iran conflict and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global markets.
Israel is building homes, but not the homes Israelis need, Shoresh study warns
Iran war begins to hit China’s economy as costs surge
Compensation to be given to employers of reserve soldiers, Knesset plenum decides
Syrian government focuses on attracting new economy investments, ties with Central Asia states
Syria has been receiving a number of investments in recent months, from oil and energy deals to talk of investment in train lines and airports.
Study shows how Israel's economy funnels money to ultra-Orthodox families through benefit programs
The study, titled "On Taxes and Wonders," mapped, for the first time comprehensively, all that Israeli citizens give to the state and all that they receive from it.
Netanyahu doesn’t want to give up US aid, but he has no choice - opinion
Washington is quietly moving toward ending military assistance to Israel, and the consequences could be severe.
Why critical minerals are becoming Israel’s next strategic asset - opinion
The recent Critical Minerals Ministerial meeting signifies one of the most consequential shifts in global geopolitics today: the transformation of supply chains into instruments of strategic power.
Why is Saudi Arabia investing billions in Syria’s economy? - analysis
Syrian officials described the move as the largest influx of investment since the US sanctions were lifted.
How Iran’s economic collapse is tightening the regime’s options - analysis
Iran’s central bank began distributing a 5,000,000-rial “Iran-cheque” on Sunday, describing it as a step to “facilitate the circulation of cash” and speed up everyday transactions.
Israel’s Economic Leadership convenes for National Economic Conference
Ministers, business leaders, and senior capital market figures will gather later this month at the Peres Center to chart Israel’s roadmap for 2026 at a flagship summit hosted by Maariv, Walla & Jpost
Wharton School hosts a new bid to rebuild trust in polarized societies
ONE Society was presented recently at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, arguing that economic rules and identity pressures now collide in real life, and leaders need tools.
Samer Sinijlawi’s vision for Gaza deserves serious skepticism - opinion
Promises of reform in Gaza may appeal to the West, but there is a risk of the past repeating itself.
South America’s new blue wave: A temporary shift or lasting change?
South America has historically been dominated by left-wing parties, but in recent years, the map has shifted to the Right. Will this last? And what does this mean for Israel?
