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
Israeli leaders kick off 2025 budget talks as war costs push up 2024 deficit
Netanyahu and economic officials discuss Israel's 2025 budget amid fiscal challenges from ongoing conflict, aiming for parliamentary approval by year-end amidst rising deficit concerns.
Bank of Israel waiting for digital Euro ahead of digital Shekel launch
The Bank of Israel plans to improve its payment system with a digital shekel, but it is waiting for other advanced economies to launch digital currencies.
People buy apartments without realizing: Have we become Las Vegas or a madhouse?
The Israeli economy is collapsing, with many buying apartments using contractor loans, revealed by Bank of Israel data. Ofer Petersburg expresses concern in this special column.
Bank of Israel drops GDP growth forecast amid prolonged war prediction
GDP impairment is affected by both army reserves mobilization and restrictions on Palestinian laborers, creating supply issues.
Northern escalation to impact Israel's economy - Bank of America
Much of the report's analysis of the situation in Israel focused on comparing the outlook for Israel's economy if the situation in Israel's north escalates to if it does not.
A solution to shielding northern Israel: Financial imperatives and mortgages - opinion
Since the war began, public demand for building fortifications has surged. However, for private homes and apartments without safe rooms, the initial high demand for fortifications has now plateaued.
Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron to speak at Jerusalem Post Annual Conference
"The Israeli economy has the necessary foundations to come back and prosper after the war," said Amir Yaron.
Bank Leumi concludes first quarter of 2024 with net income of approximately NIS 2.8 billion
Leumi continues to focus on growing its corporate, commercial, and mortgage credit portfolios.
Bank of Israel keeps interest rate at 4.5%, amid background of war
It reiterated that the interest rate path will be determined by future inflation, and continued stability in the financial markets, economic activity, and fiscal policy.
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange to align trading week with global bourses
The announcement comes as shares have recovered from the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel that pushed the broad Tel Aviv 125 index.
