Cost of living in israel
The number left out of the CPI, but weighing on almost every household
A Taub Center study shows the Consumer Price Index does not fully reflect the cost of living. The interest on mortgages and credit burdens households, yet is excluded from the calculation.
Where will you find the cheapest Rosh Hashanah shopping basket?
Men more likely than women to say Israel challenges cause them to consider emigration - poll
The market is open for competition: The move expected to lower sheep cheese prices
Israel had highest cost of living in OECD in 2022
In June of this year, Israel fell to fourth place behind Iceland, Ireland, and Switzerland.
Arab youth look to a future abroad: A growing trend of emigration from MENA
Nearly half of Arab youth in the Levant and North Africa want to leave their home countries in search of better opportunities and stability, according to a recent survey.
Despite CPI rise by 0.3%, the future of Israel’s inflation is uncertain
While a potential slowdown in economic activity is expected, the notable wage increases and shekel devaluation are set to have serious repercussions on the Israeli inflation rate.
Wages in Israel have increased since last year — and that’s bad
Higher nominal wages indicate continuing inflation within Israel, which could lead to further counter-inflationary action from the Bank of Israel.
How much does it cost Israelis to send their children to the IDF?
The high cost of living impacts all parts of life in Israel, and joining the IDF isn't free. Here's a look at how much it will cost to send your kids to the army.
IMF says suspension of Black Sea grain deal could raise grain prices 10-15%
The IMF on Tuesday forecast that global headline inflation would fall to 6.8% in 2023 from 8.7% in 2022, dropping to 5.2% in 2024, with core inflation declining more gradually to 6.0% in 2023.
Are Israel’s import standards too high for its own good?
The government wants to reform Israel’s import standards – but is there any hope for success while the Standards Institution stands in the way?
Is Israel’s notorious cost of living really that high?
A slew of economic factors have landed the Jewish state in a fairly expensive position – but how does it compare to other countries?
Local, regional authorities file High Court petition against 'Arnona Law'
Israeli authorities have argued that the "Arnona Law" could harm citizens and have detrimental economic effects on numerous localities.
Good news for drivers: Gas prices will remain stable, for now
Since April 2022, when gas prices rose worldwide, temporary provisions have been continuously used to reduce the price.
