Economics

CEOs cautious on revenue growth despite steady confidence in global economy - poll

Confidence in revenue growth has dropped to its lowest level in a decade. Only 30% of CEOs said they were confident their organizations would increase revenues in the coming year.

 US economy
Beginning of his Knesset service: Illouz and MK Ze’ev Elkin attend a Jerusalem lobby meeting at the Knesset, May 2023.

Likud's Dan Illouz talks defying Netanyahu, haredi draft, and post-war Israel - interview

U.S. Stock Market.

Markets react to DOJ Probe Into Fed Chair Powell

The US healthcare paradox.

The US healthcare paradox: Why cheaper can lose, and how Israeli firms can win


IAI net income spikes by 74% to $416m.

Israel Aerospace Industries reports record-breaking performance with $416 million in net income and a $25 billion order backlog in 2024's first nine months.


From bluster to railways: Iran tones down talk of attacking Israel - analysis

The regime has appeared to shift gears, at least in rhetoric, since the US election on November 5.

 The Qader cruise missile is seen during the annual military parade in Tehran, Iran, September 21, 2024.

Trump must strengthen innovation ties between Israel and the US - opinion

So how does a Middle Eastern economy of 10 million people in Israel affect a rich economy of 340 million people in the United States?

The high-tech park in the heart of Beer Sheva's innovation district.

Gallant’s firing adds to Israel’s economic woes – analysis

As Israel’s debt grows, Gallant’s firing sends a troubling message to investors amid credit downgrades.

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant at the funeral of Colonel Ehsan Daxa in Daliyat al-Karmel, northern Israel, October 21, 2024

Are the US presidential election results a turning point for Israeli hi-tech? - opinion

After a two-year drought in IPOs, many Israeli startups are now on standby, poised for the anticipated reopening of the IPO window next year.

 REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL nominee and former US president Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris take part in a presidential debate hosted by ABC in Philadelphia, last month. One half of the country will be happy and gloating, and the other half disappointed, sa

Finance Ministry officials to 'Post': Moody's rating drop was premature, a step too far

The downgrade dropped Israel by two notches, from A2 to Baa1—the country's lowest score ever—and maintained a negative outlook for its rating.

Bezalel Smotrich is seen pointing down in an illustrative featuring credit agency Moody's.

Palestinian Authority fails to meet minimum fiscal transparency - US State Dept

According to the report, the PA provided incomplete information on debt obligations, including for PA-owned businesses.

 Palestinian Authority head Mahmoud Abbas.

To achieve peace, Israel needs a Hamas bypass operation - opinion

Here’s our suggestion for consideration by all concerned.

 PALESTINIAN FISHERMEN stand next to a fishing net on the beach in Rafah in January.

Eve Young: Journalism's voice of the voiceless, shining spotlight on domestic affairs

Behind the Bylines: Stories of individuals struggling with economic crises, protesting, or facing injustices in domestic institutions need to be heard. Eve Young gives them a voice.

 Eve Young, Jerusalem Post domestic affairs and economics reporter.

Job loss for Israeli parents hurts children's academic performance - Finance min

A recent study showed that the sudden job loss of a parent can significantly impact the child's academic future and increase the probability of their involvement in crime.

 Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry