Banking & Finance | The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com www.jpost.com © 1995 - 2026 The Jerusalem Post. All rights reserved. RSSFeeds https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-907255 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/736113' alt='Bank of Israel Governor Professor Amir Yaron speaks at the Knesset; illustrative. (photo credit: Noam Moskowitz/Knesset Press Office)' title='Bank of Israel Governor Professor Amir Yaron speaks at the Knesset; illustrative. (photo credit: Noam Moskowitz/Knesset Press Office)' /><br />The Bank of Israel's Monetary Committee lowered the interest rate on Tuesday. The rate was previously lowered in July, when the BoI decided to cut the rate from 3.75% to 3.5%.<br /> Noam Moskowitz/Knesset Press Office Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:12:54 GMT Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:56:55 GMT 907255 N False BY DANIEL COHEN False Bank of Israel,Iran,Bank of Israel governor,economy,economy of israel,israel gdp,Money,interest rate,The October 7 Massacre,GDP,Operation Roaring Lion 142 1101 Bank of Israel cuts rates for second time in Q3, cites inflation, GDP growth https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-907100 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/735900' alt='The $640 million drill: The crypto industry tries to save itself from collapse. (photo credit: Artificial Intelligence)' title='The $640 million drill: The crypto industry tries to save itself from collapse. (photo credit: Artificial Intelligence)' /><br />Digital asset firms adopt a familiar traditional stock market tactic to combat the sector's prolonged slowdown, but despite massive investment, it is unclear if the market cares.<br /> Artificial Intelligence Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:35:00 GMT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:35:00 GMT 907100 N False BY WALLA! MONEY False finance,Money,cryptocurrency,cryptocurrency news 142 1101 Crypto companies spend record $640 million buying back own tokens https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-907093 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/735884' alt='Shimon Meron. (photo credit: PR)' title='Shimon Meron. (photo credit: PR)' /><br />Major and smaller insurance companies reported excellent Q2 2026 results, driven by core business growth and strong underwriting performance.<br /> PR Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:10:00 GMT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:10:00 GMT 907093 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False insurance,company,2026,profit 142 1101 Near triple-digit profit: The insurance companies that saw success in Q2 2026 https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906826 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_944,w_1400/730217' alt='Ben-Gurion Airport, May 17, 2026 (photo credit: REUVEN CASTRO)' title='Ben-Gurion Airport, May 17, 2026 (photo credit: REUVEN CASTRO)' /><br />Say thank you when you receive good fortune and realize that there are no entitlements in life.<br /> REUVEN CASTRO Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:35:30 GMT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:35:30 GMT 906826 N False BY AARON KATSMAN False Israel,Aliyah,Nefesh B'Nefesh,investment,Israelis 142 1101 What 1,100 North Americans making aliyah can teach us about financial planning https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906822 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_628,w_948/581165' alt=' Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry (photo credit: OLIVER FITOUSSI/FLASH90)' title=' Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry (photo credit: OLIVER FITOUSSI/FLASH90)' /><br />In practice, taxation is cat and mouse. New rules result in new tax planning techniques. It is unclear whether family members would each have a $100 million threshold.<br /> OLIVER FITOUSSI/FLASH90 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:25:27 GMT Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:25:27 GMT 906822 N False BY LEON HARRIS False finance,israel tax authority,israeli tax rates,israeli taxes,taxes,book review,billionaire 142 1101 Your Taxes: Does Israel need to tax billionaires? https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906816 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/735496' alt='While Wall Street braced for $20K, Bitcoin rewritten the rules - roaring past $71,000. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='While Wall Street braced for $20K, Bitcoin rewritten the rules - roaring past $71,000. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Policy shifts, surging altcoins, and record ETF inflows: What’s driving Bitcoin’s surge past $71,000.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:57:21 GMT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:57:21 GMT 906816 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH TRADINGVIEW False Money,investment,Market,cryptocurrency,bitcoin 142 1101 Bitcoin roars back above $71,000 as crypto markets rally https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906809 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_653,w_1000/735490' alt='"In 2026, Israel’s labor market isn’t just raising the minimum wage - it’s completely redefining the value of a worker’s time." (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='"In 2026, Israel’s labor market isn’t just raising the minimum wage - it’s completely redefining the value of a worker’s time." (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />A major shift for Israel’s workforce: How upcoming updates to pay rates and labor limits will impact your paycheck and work-life balance.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:30:47 GMT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:36:12 GMT 906809 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH TOM WHITE True Israel,Labor,Market,employment,minimum wage,2026 142 1101 Changes to working hours and minimum wage in Israel for 2026 https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906780 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/735460' alt='"The company expects the strong operational momentum across the chain to continue into the third quarter, which is traditionally the best quarter of the year." Isrotel (photo credit: ISROTEL)' title='"The company expects the strong operational momentum across the chain to continue into the third quarter, which is traditionally the best quarter of the year." Isrotel (photo credit: ISROTEL)' /><br />The domestic hospitality sector turned early-year losses into a major Q2 financial recovery, driven by local tourism and overseas expansion.<br /> ISROTEL Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:25:00 GMT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:25:00 GMT 906780 N False BY ZELI GREENBERG False Tourism,hotel,business,finance 142 1101 Israelis stayed home, hotel profits soared https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906731 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/735364' alt='A record-breaking quarter for insurance: Profits soar to NIS 2.85 billion as market leaders double down on ambitious target growth. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='A record-breaking quarter for insurance: Profits soar to NIS 2.85 billion as market leaders double down on ambitious target growth. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Phoenix and Menora Mivtachim led a 20% Q2 profit surge to NIS 2.85B across Israel's top insurers, prompting raised business targets and major dividend payouts.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:55:00 GMT Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:55:00 GMT 906731 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False economy,Money,Incomes,insurance,company,profit 142 1101 Insurance companies' profits surged this quarter to NIS 2.85 Billion https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906529 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/735127' alt='Tiv Taam branch in Tel Aviv. (photo credit: MIRIAM ALSTER/FLASH90)' title='Tiv Taam branch in Tel Aviv. (photo credit: MIRIAM ALSTER/FLASH90)' /><br />Maj. Gen. (res.) Amiram Levin invests in Israeli agritech start-up GreenOnyx, partnering with the Tiv Taam chain to bring its once-exclusive super-vegetable to the mass market.<br /> MIRIAM ALSTER/FLASH90 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:20:18 GMT 906529 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False food,health,Market,supermarket,Vegetables 142 1101 Amiram Levin brings GreenOnyx to wider market through Tiv Taam https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906486 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/735080' alt='Chery launches the Omoda 7. (photo credit: PR)' title='Chery launches the Omoda 7. (photo credit: PR)' /><br />Vehicle importer sees strong growth driven by core activities and Metro Motor consolidation, boosting Q2 market share to 16.8% despite regional conflict.<br /> PR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:50:00 GMT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:50:00 GMT 906486 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False Money,Incomes,cars,Vehicle 142 1101 Carasso Motors reports revenue surge to NIS 4.7B in H1 2026 https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906522 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_5215,w_7823/735124' alt='Maya Natan Mozer, CEO and founder of Keshet. (photo credit: Tammy Bar-Shay)' title='Maya Natan Mozer, CEO and founder of Keshet. (photo credit: Tammy Bar-Shay)' /><br />A new generation of entrepreneurs is changing everything we thought we knew about philanthropy. Maya Natan Mozer, CEO and founder of Keshet, explains how the world of philanthropy is changing.<br /> Tammy Bar-Shay Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:20:07 GMT Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:20:07 GMT 906522 N False BY TALIA LEVIN False business,finance,hi-tech,Donations,philanthropy,Interview 142 1101 Israeli philanthropy is changing as hi-tech wealth reshapes giving https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-906186 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/734738' alt='Ethereum Is the Biggest Gainer. (photo credit: AI)' title='Ethereum Is the Biggest Gainer. (photo credit: AI)' /><br />Following weeks of stagnation and weakness, the crypto market rallied sharply, driven by US Treasury bond relief, regulatory tailwinds, and massive short-position liquidations.<br /> AI Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:33:15 GMT Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:33:15 GMT 906186 N False BY DOR OFFIR False Money,investment,Market,cryptocurrency,bitcoin,ethereum currency 142 1101 A wild day in crypto: Bitcoin surges as market forces take over https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905991 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/734544' alt='BIG complex in Kiryat Gat. (photo credit: YOSSI ALONI/FLASH90)' title='BIG complex in Kiryat Gat. (photo credit: YOSSI ALONI/FLASH90)' /><br />BIG Shopping Centers posted a Q2 2026 net profit of NIS 366.3M with 100% mall occupancy as it expands operations across Israel and Europe.<br /> YOSSI ALONI/FLASH90 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:35:00 GMT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:35:00 GMT 905991 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False finance,economy,report,Israelis,shopping mall 142 1101 Israelis continue flocking to malls: BIG's net profit surges 47% https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905963 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3976,w_6000/699116' alt='Yossi Cohen. (photo credit: AVSHALOM SASSONI/FLASH90)' title='Yossi Cohen. (photo credit: AVSHALOM SASSONI/FLASH90)' /><br />Even before Cohen joined SoftBank, it had made a number of investments in Israel - some of them successful - including in Lemonade and eToro.<br /> AVSHALOM SASSONI/FLASH90 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:18:31 GMT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:18:31 GMT 905963 N False BY ASSAF GILEAD/GLOBES/TNS False Mossad,Japan,investment,yossi cohen,Japanese economy 142 1101 Japanese investment firm appoints former Mossad chief to senior role https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905958 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/734516' alt='U.S. President Donald Trump. (photo credit: REUTERS)' title='U.S. President Donald Trump. (photo credit: REUTERS)' /><br />As American anger shifts toward aid and gas prices, Dr. Eli Cook warns: Removing US backing leaves Israel's economy completely exposed.<br /> REUTERS Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:03:58 GMT Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:07:06 GMT 905958 N False BY WALLA! MONEY False United States,economy of israel,Donald Trump 142 1101 When Trump shuts off the tap: The quiet economic blow heading toward Israel https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905778 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/734258' alt='Blockchain. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='Blockchain. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Tokenized stock holders doubled to 1.3 million as trading volume soared to billions, as crypto platforms race to disrupt Wall Street's old infrastructure.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:05:00 GMT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:05:00 GMT 905778 N False BY DOR OFFIR False Stock market,Money,investment,cryptocurrency,Wall Street,digital wallet 142 1101 Doubled in one month: The trend shaking up the stock market https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905743 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/734218' alt='Employment Service, archive. (photo credit: YOSSI ZAMIR/FLASH90)' title='Employment Service, archive. (photo credit: YOSSI ZAMIR/FLASH90)' /><br />A 24.4% surge in Haredi job seekers and summer teacher layoffs drove up July unemployment, alongside ongoing growth in higher socioeconomic clusters.<br /> YOSSI ZAMIR/FLASH90 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:53:30 GMT Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:53:30 GMT 905743 N False BY AVICHAI CHAIM False Haredi,Labor,economy,Market,unemployment,Jobs 142 1101 Where was the sharpest spike in job seekers? Haredi cities to the Sharon https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905484 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_332,w_526/253083' alt='Investment graph (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' title='Investment graph (photo credit: INGIMAGE)' /><br />Whether it’s studying, our legal system, trying to perfect character traits or having a secure financial future, don’t get frustrated if you hit some bumps in the road. <br /> INGIMAGE Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:59:15 GMT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:59:15 GMT 905484 N False BY AARON KATSMAN False finance,investment,Bank,Financial Planning Insights 142 1101 Your Investments: Justice and successful finance are achieved through process https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905510 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/733892' alt='Bank Leumi. (photo credit: CHAIM GOLDBERG/FLASH90)' title='Bank Leumi. (photo credit: CHAIM GOLDBERG/FLASH90)' /><br />Leumi was the only Israeli bank to boost half-year profits in 2026, reaching NIS 5.18 billion; FIBI board decides to merge computing unit MATAF amid labor dispute.<br /> CHAIM GOLDBERG/FLASH90 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:55:15 GMT Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:55:15 GMT 905510 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False Bank Leumi,finance,economy,Money 142 1101 Leumi posts record Q2 profit of NIS 2.83 billion https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905299 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/733639' alt='A father and son with a piggy bank (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='A father and son with a piggy bank (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />A NII report reveals: 84% of active savings are currently managed in provident funds. However, only about 63% of parents choose to double the monthly savings from the child allowance.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:15:00 GMT Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:15:00 GMT 905299 N False BY AVICHAY CHAIM False children,finance,Money,Money-Saving Strategies 142 1101 Parental involvement is lacking in Savings for Every Child https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905208 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_194,w_290/733539' alt='“Anticipating where, how, and with what mechanisms governments will intervene is no longer optional - it has become a core leadership capability.” (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='“Anticipating where, how, and with what mechanisms governments will intervene is no longer optional - it has become a core leadership capability.” (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Strategic intervention and rising tariffs force global businesses to rethink their playbooks in a rapidly changing economy.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:10:29 GMT Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:10:29 GMT 905208 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH ALEXA COLEMAN True government,economy,trade,Strategy 142 1101 How governments are becoming major market players https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-905000 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_307,w_465/733237' alt='Bitcoin (photo credit: REUTERS)' title='Bitcoin (photo credit: REUTERS)' /><br />While the AI train burns billions and shows future data center lease commitments exceeding $1 trillion, some experts are convinced the ultimate winner will actually be the digital currency.<br /> REUTERS Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT 905000 N False BY DOR OFFIR False bitcoin,bitcoin news,bitcoin currency,Digital Economy 142 1101 The analyst predicting Bitcoin will surge to $1 million https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904992 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_944,w_1400/733225' alt='Ben Gurion Airport, May 17, 2026 (photo credit: REUVEN CASTRO)' title='Ben Gurion Airport, May 17, 2026 (photo credit: REUVEN CASTRO)' /><br />Emigration rate among wealthy population nearly doubled compared to previous years, Tax Authority estimates potential tax loss at roughly NIS 700M.<br /> REUVEN CASTRO Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT 904992 N False BY LIAT RON False doctor,israeli taxes,Money,Emigration,immigration,taxes 142 1101 Emigration wave hits Israel’s top income decile https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904948 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_496,w_881/733180' alt='El Al aircraft. The company's net profit doubled. (photo credit: EL AL Spokesperson’s Office)' title='El Al aircraft. The company's net profit doubled. (photo credit: EL AL Spokesperson’s Office)' /><br />Despite war and a weak dollar, El Al doubled profit to $132m with a $1.4b order backlog. Bezeq profit jumped 38% and will distribute NIS 515m.<br /> EL AL Spokesperson’s Office Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:40:00 GMT Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:40:00 GMT 904948 N False BY YEHUDA SHARONI False El Al,finance,bezeq,aviation,Communication,company 142 1101 War profits: El Al doubles profit and Bezeq jumps 38% https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904821 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_3264,w_4928/648149' alt=' Money and a calculator (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title=' Money and a calculator (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Israel’s tax rules can keep SAFE investment discounts untaxed, but startups and investors must meet strict conditions on equity, discounts, transfers and share sales.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:17:39 GMT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:17:39 GMT 904821 N False BY LEON HARRIS False israel tax authority,israeli taxes,investment,taxes 142 1101 How Israel taxes SAFE startup investments https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904820 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_933,w_1400/728946' alt='Money bills (photo credit: Created with ChatGPT)' title='Money bills (photo credit: Created with ChatGPT)' /><br />Many people want to give more but never budget for it. Treating tzedakah as a fixed expense can turn good intentions into lasting generosity and better financial habits.<br /> Created with ChatGPT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:15:24 GMT Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:15:24 GMT 904820 N False BY AARON KATSMAN False finance,investment,Personal Finance Management,Financial Planning Insights,Investment Opportunities,Financial Planning Strategies 142 1101 How to make charitable giving part of your financial planning https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904824 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_764,w_1400/733040' alt='Money bills (photo credit: REUVEN CASTRO)' title='Money bills (photo credit: REUVEN CASTRO)' /><br />Shva data for July points to a 5.8% surge in charge card spending compared to last year, reaching NIS 54.857 billion. Meanwhile, cash withdrawals from ATMs climbed to a record NIS 6.057 billion.<br /> REUVEN CASTRO Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:16:33 GMT 904824 N False BY WALLA! MONEY False summer,Shekel,Money,online shopping,expenses 142 1101 July spending record: Daily average reached NIS 1.771 Billion https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904797 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_564,w_1000/733012' alt='The AI boom is no longer driven by promises - it is increasingly being driven by profits. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' title='The AI boom is no longer driven by promises - it is increasingly being driven by profits. (photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK)' /><br />Strong AI-driven earnings from Amazon and Microsoft boost investor confidence, pushing major US stock indices closer to record highs.<br /> SHUTTERSTOCK Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:26:41 GMT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:26:41 GMT 904797 N False BY IN COOPERATION WITH TRADINGVIEW True finance,technology,Money,Market,investors 142 1101 Strong tech earnings lift major US indices https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/banking-and-finance/article-904765 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/f_auto,fl_lossy/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_4000,w_6000/677285' alt='Nir Zuk, a founder and chief technology officer of Palo Alto Networks, and Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, gesture during the closing bell at the Nasdaq Market in New York City, U.S., March 25, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/Jeenah Moon)' title='Nir Zuk, a founder and chief technology officer of Palo Alto Networks, and Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, gesture during the closing bell at the Nasdaq Market in New York City, U.S., March 25, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/Jeenah Moon)' /><br />The cybersecurity giant's addition to the TA-35 and TA-125 is expected to generate NIS 800 million in ETF demand and deepen its Israeli presence here.<br /> REUTERS/Jeenah Moon Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:10:36 GMT Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:10:36 GMT 904765 N False BY TOBIAS HOLCMAN False Stock market,finance,tel aviv stock exchange,CyberArk,ETF,trading 142 1101 Palo Alto Networks enters key TASE TA-35 and TA-125 indices