Consumer goods

US consumer inflation expected to have surged in March amid Iran war

March's US Consumer Price Index is expected to show a sharp increase due to soaring oil prices from the Iran conflict, dampening hopes for a rate cut this year.

An illustration of rising prices following US-Iran conflict.
Israel Export Institute chairman Avi Balashnikov.

Exports defy rockets: Israel keeps $150 b. trade flowing through war

 Southern wall of the Temple Mount. Archaeological Park in the old city of Jerusalem.

A rise in exotic goods: When Jeruslaem was an Assyrian Vassal

 Yaron Bloom, CEO of the Diplomat Group

Diplomat Group CEO: 'We are creating competition for local manufacturing giants'


The giant is coming: The machine that will solve the most annoying problem for large families

The laundry revolution is coming to Israel: Haier is launching an innovative 15 kg washing machine with advanced steam and sterilization technology. How much does it cost, and where can you get it?

Haier is launching an innovative washing machine in Israel with a massive capacity of 15 kg

Designing a homely law office: Balancing prestige

Traditional vs. innovative, office vs. home, artistic yet technological; Amit Galor and Dafna Arbiv transform AOi - ABADI & OIKNINE law firm's space into a homely haven for clients and employees.

 Amit Galor, Dafna Arbiv

Saudi coffee or Arab coffee: A storm in a coffee cup

Saudi Consumer Protection Association decision regarding the name of local coffee sparks heavy debates on social media.

Mohammed bin Salman coffee.

Wow! These rugs will transform your home like magic

Many feel their home design is lacking, but can't pinpoint the issue. The answer is simple: rugs, especially in central areas, fill the missing gap.


Israel's Consumer Price Index rises by 0.2%, lower than forecast

The Central Bureau of Statistics did observe a staggering 11% rise in prices of fresh fruit, while prices of vegetables dropped 2.9%.

 Fruit and vegetables in a supermarket.

Has Israel's business sector stopped growing?

The Melnick State Index reveals stagnation in Israeli business sector growth and signals economic concerns for the future.

 WORKERS FROM the hi-tech sector protest against the proposed changes to the legal system, in Tel Aviv, on Tuesday.

Israeli Consumer Price Index rises 0.8%, almost double the forecast

A series of Israeli companies and importers have announced significant price hikes in recent weeks.

 A CUSTOMER shops for groceries at a Rami Levy supermarket branch, in Jerusalem.

Housing prices drop for first time in three years

Even though the inflation slowed down as well, consumer prices continued to rise - notably, the price of clothing and footwear jumped by 4.1%.

 View of office and apartment highrise buildings in central Tel Aviv, on November 27, 2017

More US shoppers are dissatisfied with customer service, want 'revenge' - survey

According to the survey, around 1 in 10 people will engage in "revenge" against customer service representatives.

 BIG FASHION shopping mall makes merry.

Surface texture design can increase sale value of products - study

Although several studies deal with various types of surface textures and their usefulness, the commercial viability of the surface texture has hardly been empirically examined.

A Samsung employee poses with the new Samsung Galaxy S10 5G smartphone at a press event in London, Britain February 20, 2019.