Economics
Russia spending half its federal budget on military, war against Ukraine - report
In the last five years, Russia has doubled its military spending and now has the third-largest defense budget in the world. The Kremlin's spending related to Ukraine reached nearly $137.9 billion.
Why Jerusalem’s last-place quality of life ranking doesn’t tell the full story - opinion
Ending US military aid as a national opportunity
Iran is now an Indo-Pacific test case and Israel should pay attention- opinion
CEOs cautious on revenue growth despite steady confidence in global economy - poll
Confidence in revenue growth has dropped to its lowest level in a decade. Only 30% of CEOs said they were confident their organizations would increase revenues in the coming year.
Likud's Dan Illouz talks defying Netanyahu, haredi draft, and post-war Israel - interview
Dan Illouz discusses his path to the Knesset, his battles inside Likud, and how the October 7 massacre reshaped his sense of responsibility.
Markets react to DOJ Probe Into Fed Chair Powell
The US healthcare paradox: Why cheaper can lose, and how Israeli firms can win
Gil Bashe on why winning in America means more than innovation. It means understanding money and trust.
Defense Ministry director-general says Israel returned too quickly to pre-Oct. 7 budget approach
He accused the Finance Ministry of consistently underfunding the defense establishment, leading to debt within defense industries.
Israel ranks last again in global Nation Brands Index amid sharp perception decline
Israel recorded a 6.1% drop in its overall score, the sharpest decline in the index’s history, placing it at the bottom of the 50-country ranking for a second year in a row.
Gulf turns to Israel for security as Washington pivots inwards - opinion
The Gulf states must decide who protects their security interests as the US steps back.
Trump says he'll be involved in review of Netflix-Warner Brothers deal
Trump did not say whether he favored approval for the deal, but he pointed to a potential concentration of market power in the entertainment industry.
Knesset sets special panel to fast-track Karhi’s communications reform
“And now the question is: what has changed? Why is the minister trying to bypass the committee with a comprehensive bill that reshapes the communications sector?”
Freelancers in Israel experience 100% freedom but have 0% financial security - opinion
Israel's labor market is in the process of reshaping itself, with more Israelis losing out on social benefits and job security in pursuit of freedom in the growing "flexible economy."
