Finance Ministry
Business owners protest at Knesset as Smotrich raises Israel's import tax exemption
The government approved Smotrich's order on Sunday and is expected to be finalized through a vote in the Knesset plenum on Monday evening.
Smotrich doubles down on refusal to enlist daughter, claims IDF is 'no place for women'
Finance Minister Smotrich says he won't educate his daughter to enlist in the IDF
Israel to build new international airport in Negev, PMO announces
Finance Committee begins debate over 2024 budget amendment
The Knesset Finance Committee reviewed a new spending bill by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, aiming to allocate NIS 3.4 billion for war-related issues.
A year later: Sharp increase in apartment purchases in July
A review by the Ministry of Finance on the housing market shows a 29% rise in housing purchases in July 2024 compared to July 2023, with new apartment sales up by 51%.
Israel's fiscal deficit climbs again
The figure for the end of July was 8.1% of GDP, or NIS 155 billion.
Criminal orgs. are making millions off Israelis' backs - this is how
"The strength of an organization is built on its money, the lack of money will make the organization disappear," the source said.
2025 budget to include freeze of annual social security benefit increase, Smotrich says
Smotrich presented what he deemed the "central principles and budget framework," and did not lay out expected budgets in specific ministries.
Finance C’ttee approves NIS 396m. to extend aid to the residents of North and South
The Knesset Finance Committee approved nearly NIS 400 million for evacuee aid, sparking criticism over fund allocation and timing.
Israel implements automated doctors note, revolutionizing sick days
Insured Israelis will soon be able to obtain a digitalized doctor's certificate without visiting a doctor, significantly reducing doctors' loads.
Smotrich advances extra-budgetary war funds despite Finance min professional warning
Finance Minister Smotrich seeks approval for a NIS 3 billion fund to cover war expenses, sparking internal tension over Israel's budget management.
Government to approve additional three billion NIS for evacuees, reserve force, and Oct. 7 victims
The government is expected to approve the Finance Minister's proposal for a nearly three billion NIS budget supplement to fund evacuations, military reserves, and assistance for October 7 victims.
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.
