Bank of Israel
Dollar falls below three shekels for first time in over 30 years, annual inflation rate declines
Avraham Novogrocki, president of Israel’s Manufacturers’ Association, which represents some 1,500 firms and 400,000 workers, said the strong shekel posed a risk to the economy.
Bank of Israel keeps rate unchanged, cuts growth forecast
Prediction 2026
Under Iran fire, Israel’s basic cost-of-living gaps run deeper than income data suggests - study
Economic Crisis? The mortgage market in September – activity over the past two years
Bank of Israel data shows mortgages totaling NIS 8.53 billion were taken in September, the second-highest in two years, with a noted drop in contractor loan volumes compared to previous months.
GDP growth at 0.3%, consumer confidence down from last year - CBS
The economy was supported by gains in consumer and state spending and in investment in fixed assets, while exports fell.
Bank of Israel holds interest rate at 4.5%, lowers GDP growth prediction
Among considerations discussed when determining the interest rate was that inflation in Israel has been on an upward trend, in contrast to global trends, he said.
Bank of Israel to hold rates even as inflation rises: Reuters poll
"A prolonged war on multiple fronts could weaken economic activity further and heat inflation, raising the risk of stagflation," Barclays economist said.
No. 26: Amir Yaron: Fighting to stabilize Israel's economy
Amir Yaron, the governor of the Bank of Israel, has worked to stabilize the shekel in the face of the multifront war and international boycotts.
Israel's central bank extends war economic aid package
Residents of the South up to 7 km. are eligible for extended benefits, as opposed to residents up to 30 km. from the border as previously.
Nagel committee rewrites national security doctrine, Hezbollah sends rocket barrage
Many observers have raised questions about how the Nagel committee will be able to reach the optimal conclusions regarding Israel’s future defense posture without a review of the October 7 failures.
Israel's interest rate remains unchanged at 4.5%, Bank of Israel says
Uncertainty about the 2025 budget and adjustments needed to shrink the deficit may make lowering inflation harder, the BOI said.
Israeli banks refusing shekel cash deposits from West Bank, Palestinian officials say
The ‘Digital Shekel Challenge’ advancing Israel’s economic future
Recently, the Bank of Israel commenced its “Digital Shekel Challenge,” an initiative for fintech to spearhead the creation of Israel’s digital ledger
