Cost of living in israel
Matzot, vegetables, and a washing machine: Passover 2026 marks a new era of Israeli consumerism
The pre-Passover shopping season begins, highlighting a key trend: Expensive and complex products, led by electrical appliances, are rapidly moving into food retail chains.
Business owners protest at Knesset as Smotrich raises Israel's import tax exemption
Naftali Bennett's big comeback: Can the ex-PM return from political hiatus to topple Netanyahu?
Two protesters held outside Religious Zionist Party offices amid budget, cost-of-living tension
Comptroller: Israelis buckling under high cost of living, gov't must do more
"The State of Israel is characterized by high concentration in the food market," said the comptroller. "We cannot accept the lack of action by government officials regarding concentration."
Olive oil becomes the latest economic and agricultural casualty in the Israel-Hamas War
According to the Consumers’ Council, the price of olive oil in Israel jumped by 39% this year, more than any other food product.
Israeli municipal tax to jump by 5%, biggest rise in 17 years
Local municipalities can request an exception to the updated rate set by the Interior Ministry, meaning some could charge an even higher rate if they receive approval.
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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.
