Market
The year of hybrids: Kia launches a better-equipped Niro and a cheaper Sportage
After hybrids’ market share jumped 20% in January to nearly a third of the market, Kia upgraded the Niro with EV-style features and launched a base long American-spec Sportage priced at NIS 190,000.
Luxury goods in wartime: Why the jewelry market reflects global instability
Why a global investor sees Israel as a resilient financial hub
High response to Israel Lands Authority tenders: A sign of developers’ confidence in the market
Only one year to occupancy, a surprising move: 15% discount in the beloved wine city project
A 3-room Wine City apartment is now 1.699M NIS, down ~15%. Nahmias calls it a "price reform," raising questions about whether this is a one-off or the start of a wider trend.
Hachshara insurance enters the mortgage market: This is its next move
Hachshara Insurance, part of Elazar Group, bought 49% of Giza Singer Even’s non-bank lender, offering real estate-backed residential loans, advancing its credit expansion strategy.
$546M in H1: Gurhan Kiziloz’s Strategic Move to São Paulo
Financing for evacuation-reconstruction projects already at early stages? It’s possible
Bonus offers a new financing model: credit after zoning approval and 67% signatures, allowing funds for growth, speeding processes, and boosting resident trust in urban renewal projects.
Nexus Reports $546M H1 Revenue, Enters Top 100 With Lean Operational Model
Bringing Israeli craft beer and micro-breweries to the wider public
Shuk HaBira event at the Jaffa Port brought together 15 micro- and home-brewers, attracting thousands of Israeli beer lovers.
Gold Miners Enjoy Record Margins Amid Soaring Prices
Gold prices have surged to over $3,300/oz, while production costs remain stable, driving record margins for miners. However, many equities in the sector still trade as if gold were under $2,000.
Gold’s Superiority Over Bitcoin as Store of Value
Peter Schiff reaffirms gold’s lasting value and slams Bitcoin as speculative. Meanwhile, gold trades near $3,342/oz, silver nears $38/oz, and safe‑haven demand remains resilient.
Gold Miners Poised for Breakout Relative to Bullion
Gold-miner stocks appear on the brink of a long-awaited breakout versus the spot gold price, signaling potential outperformance just as bullion nears record highs and silver rallies.
Newmont Exceeds Q2 Forecasts with Soaring Gold Prices
Newmont beat Q2 earnings with $1.43/share and 20.8% revenue growth, driven by gold at approximately $3,320/oz and a record free cash flow. The stock still trades around 13 times earnings.
