Without visiting a branch: Deferred checks can be deposited via app
The Bank of Israel is launching a new service expected to save time and costs: depositing post-dated checks directly from mobile phones.
Banking & Finance
Nearly NIS 2B. revealed: Voluntary tax disclosure program comes to an end
NIS 450 Million per month: The black-money pipeline under banks’ noses
NIS 10m. branch: The supermarket chain aiming to conquer central Israel
Tel Aviv among world’s most expensive for employers, least lucrative for employees
Study comparing employment costs across 13 US, European, and Israeli cities finds Tel Aviv ranking second only to San San Francisco.
How much does August cost for a family with three children?
In a regular school month, child-related expenses reach about NIS 8,600; in August, they can climb to roughly NIS 17,300.
Ministry of Education reveals new mandatory subject: Financial education
Hundreds of teachers have already been trained to teach the subject, which will provide 9th and 10th grade students with practical tools for financial management, investments, and workers' rights.
Considering withdrawing your pension? It's probably the worst decision you'll make
Financial pressure is causing masses of Israelis to tap into their savings, but the future damage could be irreversible. The Capital Market Authority is trying to save you from yourself.
Israel jumps to second place globally in Big Mac Index
According to the updated Big Mac Index by The Economist, Israel has climbed to second place in the world for the price of a Big Mac meal ($7.67), trailing only Switzerland.
Your Investments: Good luck doesn't mean you made good decisions
When it comes to investing, you may hit it big on an investment or two. Over time, however, your luck will almost certainly run out.
Your Taxes: What new olim need to know about Israel's tax exemption
This article discusses what the Knesset enacted, what the Israeli Tax Authority is now saying, and what you can do about it.
Why prediction markets are the fastest-growing grey zone in global finance
Prediction markets are booming worldwide, but unclear regulations raise concerns about market integrity, insider information, and security risks.
Just after presenting record profits: Another giant fires thousands of employees
Visa announced it will cut about 2,600 jobs, primarily in its technology and product departments, in a move aimed at boosting efficiency and redirecting resources toward growth areas, including AI.
Millennials are changing the rules: Most donors in Israel are young
According to a giving report by JGive, millennials no longer view donating as a one-time event, but as an integral part of their financial conduct.
