Cost of living in israel
Two protesters held outside Religious Zionist Party offices amid budget, cost-of-living tension
According to the group, the protesters went to confront faction head Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich over rising prices and what they describe as misplaced government spending.
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Strong on defense, weak on welfare: Israel neglects the social front - opinion
Netanyahu, Smotrich blame each other for price hikes
"It is inconceivable that the concern for the PA and terror funds that it pays to families of terrorists will be more important than the citizens of Israel," Smotrich wrote.
Import reform set to cut cost of living bill drafted
The proposal's main goal is to adopt EU regulations in additional areas of food safety, including regulations regarding what information must be provided to consumers.
Israel's Knesset committee approves EU import reform
This move is expected to dramatically reduce the cost of living in Israel and create a structural change in the Israeli market.
Eggs too expensive? This presidential candidate ad says you should blame Israel
The advert suggested that the cost of living in America was so high because funds needed to be set aside for "killing Palestinians."
Price of electricity in Israel to rise 2.6% in February
As a result of the change, the average electricity bill will increase by about NIS 10 per month.
Israelis will have to spend more when shopping abroad
The Finance Ministry seeks to scrap VAT exemption on overseas purchases, for a potential increase of NIS 3 billion in revenue; Israeli retailers welcome the move, but what about the citizens?
Israel’s economy saw only 0.1% growth in August, worrying report says
Here's a closer look at the key factors influencing the Israeli economy as highlighted in August’s Index.
Israel's economy expanded by 3.1% in second quarter of 2023
Expenditure on public consumption rose by 3.8% in the second quarter, while defense consumption fell by 1.5%.
Carrefour sticks price warnings on food to shame suppliers
Since Monday, Carrefour has marked 26 products in its stores in France with labels reading, "This product has seen its volume or weight fall and the effective price by the supplier rise."
Rising prices and financial struggles impact High Holy Days season
IFCJ launches aid operation to support needy families amid the High Holy Days.
