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Drama in Seoul: The trading in South Korea was halted twice

BY DOR OFFIR — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:50:00 GMT

A sharp selloff in artificial intelligence and technology stocks sent investors into aggressive profit–taking, igniting a global panic that threatens to shift the trend in the markets.

The $820 billion report: Why the S&P 500 is going to break a record?

BY WALLA! MONEY — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Investment bank UBS estimates that $820 billion in artificial intelligence investments will expand the market rally and push the S&P 500 index to a new record.

A tsunami of bankruptcies threatens the global economy

BY LIAT RON — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:25:00 GMT

The crisis in Iran has choked supply chains, and superpowers like the US, France, and Japan are bleeding. And what is happening here in Israel?

The annoying truth behind the illusion of the low dollar

BY LIAT RON — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:05:00 GMT

The dollar has plunged to a 30–year historical low and global commodities are cheaper, but food prices in Israel are only skyrocketing.

Bank of Israel reveals new data on Israel’s mortgage market

BY YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Inflation and housing prices show continued declines in Israel

BY YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:40:00 GMT

Housing prices declined 1.3% over the past year, oil prices fell following the Iran agreement, and the dollar recovered after an early drop.

Your Taxes: Two permanent homes and a double life? Problematic

BY LEON HARRIS — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:08:35 GMT

The case mainly concerns a husband who was born in Israel in 1948, traveled to England in 1985, and to Nigeria in 1993, where he set up successful agricultural and chicken-breeding companies.

Your Investments: How you can have a financially responsible summer vacation

BY AARON KATSMAN — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:05:24 GMT

Erma Bombeck said, "Being a child at home alone in the summer is a high-risk occupation. If you call your mother at work 13 times an hour, she can hurt you."

Bitcoin is recovering, and with it the entire crypto market

BY DOR OFFIR — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:20:00 GMT

The popular digital currency climbs to $65,800. Is the market on its way to a renewed rally, or is this a trap for investors?

Whining about the cost of living, continuing to wear Nike and Adidas

BY NIR KIPNIS — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:55:00 GMT

The Israeli consumer cries and pays, pays and cries, and simply refuses to give up on the big brands. Are we suckers or simply loyal?

"Young people reduced digital purchases. We stopped exciting them. They are going to the mall"

BY WALLA! MONEY — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:35:00 GMT

At the Go E-Commerce conference, senior figures in the e-commerce industry outlined the future of the market in light of the AI revolution and uncertainty.

Customers complained – and the rules changed: This is how bank credit fees were reduced

BY YEHUDA SHARONI — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:25:00 GMT

Following customer complaints – Discount Bank reduced the tariff for credit and check handling fees.

Israelis are returning to shopping malls – and the reason is much simpler than you thought

BY YEHUDA SHARONI — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Despite the comfortable prices on international websites, many Israelis are reluctant to shop online. A new survey explains why. And also – how much do they spend on shopping?

BST Group completed IPO at a valuation of NIS 3 billion

BY WALLA! MONEY — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:35:00 GMT

The BST real estate group, controlled by the Tannous family, completed an initial public offering in Tel Aviv.

Bankers need to start viewing AI as a solution rather than a threat

BY IRA ROBBINS AND IN COLLABORATION WITH VALLEY BANK — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:04:26 GMT

If we approach AI as a connectivity solution rather than a workforce threat, we’ll modernize our infrastructure & strengthen the relationships that define our relevancy in a rapidly evolving industry

Elon Musk claims SpaceX will be making $1 trillion by 2030, following $2 trillion IPO valuation

BY REUTERS AND TOBIAS HOLCMAN — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:58:22 GMT

While Musk projects the company will make $1 trillion over the next three to four years, analysts remain skeptical about the real returns SpaceX may be able to deliver.

Your Investments: Tips to prevent ‘lifestyle creep’

BY AARON KATSMAN — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:57:49 GMT

Bob Uecker said, "I think my top salary was maybe in 1966. I made $17,000, and 11 of that came from selling other players' equipment."

Your Taxes: How Trump's anti-slavery tax proposal could impact Israeli exporters

BY LEON HARRIS — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:40:14 GMT

While most countries ban slavery, they seemingly don’t ban imports from other countries where slavery may exist. Such imports allegedly lead to unfair exports to the US.

Israel against the current

BY MATAN SHITRIT AND IN COLLABORATION WITH PHOENIX FINANCIAL — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:47:48 GMT

While the world talks about interest rate hikes, Israel returns to rate cuts

75 Years, $57 billion, one unbreakable bond

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM AND IN COLLABORATION WITH ISRAEL BONDS — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:55:29 GMT

Israel Bonds Global President and CEO Dani Naveh reflects on the organization’s extraordinary journey alongside the State of Israel

Israeli startups raise $8.6b. in first half of 2026 despite war, report finds

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH BANK HAPOALIM — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:51:19 GMT

Funding increased 45% year-over-year even as the number of investment rounds fell sharply, reflecting growing investor selectivity and a focus on larger, more established companies.

Bank Hapoalim caps dollar rate for Israelis’ summer travel

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:49:49 GMT

Eligible customers who register will receive cashback if the US dollar rises above NIS 2.89 on card transactions abroad and online, the bank said.

Your Investments: The spies and fear of financial success

BY AARON KATSMAN — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:29:55 GMT

Winston Churchill said, "Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm."

Your Taxes: New Israeli rules could save US olim money and affect businesses

BY LEON HARRIS — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:26:33 GMT

The Israeli National Insurance Law has been amended, while most Israeli businesses must now obtain an “Israel Invoice” allocation number.

Your Taxes: Trump’s tax amnesty raises questions for Israeli taxpayers

BY LEON HARRIS — Fri, 29 May 2026 16:29:44 GMT

Trump’s tax settlement casts a spotlight on Israel’s tax amnesty program, its limits, and the risks facing taxpayers without full documentation.

Your Investments: Aaron’s menorah teaches us patience is key to long-term wealth

BY AARON KATSMAN — Fri, 29 May 2026 16:29:18 GMT

Aaron’s menorah offers a timeless lesson in patience, showing how lasting financial success is built through discipline, consistency, and time.

Shekel gains sharply despite interest rate cut

BY EITAN GERSTENFELD/GLOBES/TNS — Wed, 27 May 2026 13:21:50 GMT

The Iran war led to a 3.3% contraction in GDP (on an annualized basis) in the first quarter

“Rabitabank” OJSC secures USD 7 Million funding from Enabling Qapital

BY IN COOPERATION WITH RABITABANK OJSC — Tue, 26 May 2026 16:30:34 GMT

The financing agreement will support SME development, expand access to financing, and strengthen sustainable business growth initiatives in Azerbaijan.

Your Taxes: How California’s new software tax may hit Israeli tech companies

BY LEON HARRIS — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:31:14 GMT

California Gov. Newsom proposes expanding the state’s 7.25% sales tax to pre-written software, potentially impacting Israeli and other foreign software companies starting 2027.

Your Investments: Shavuot lessons, from Torah to retirement planning

BY AARON KATSMAN — Fri, 22 May 2026 18:27:13 GMT

Shavuot celebrates receiving the Torah. Beyond cheesecake, the holiday teaches restraint, morality, and living wisely, including lessons on finances and desire.