Inflation

Dollar falls below three shekels for first time in over 30 years, annual inflation rate declines

Avraham Novogrocki, president of Israel’s Manufacturers’ Association, which represents some 1,500 firms and 400,000 workers, said the strong shekel posed a risk to the economy.

Israeli shekel
An illustration of rising prices following US-Iran conflict.

US consumer inflation expected to have surged in March amid Iran war

"The markets in 2026 will be influenced by a combination of macroeconomic forces, changes in monetary policies, and the continuation of geopolitical events."

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Gold in retirement: A way to protect your savings when markets fluctuate.

IRA Gold investing vs. traditional retirement assets


China could be exporting a new good: Inflation

With economists at odds with whether the Chinese stimulus package can result in dollar inflation, it could be that China’s move is a shot at the U.S. economy

 China could be exporting a new good: Inflation

Gold and inflation rate: A complex relationship

Gold is typically known as a hedge against inflation, but the facts show a bit of a different tale. There’s still a place for the precious metal.

Gold all time high

Inflation in Israel rises back above target range of 3%

Inflation has risen back above the Bank of Israel's annual target range upper limit of 3%.

 Inflation (Illustrative).

Should You Buy Gold & Silver Before Fed Rate Cuts?

Gold fever hits Wall Street! Experts predict price surge as Fed rate cuts loom. Is now the time to buy?

 Should You Buy Gold & Silver Before Fed Rate Cuts?

Gold 10-Day High Ahead of Crucial CPI Report; Gold ETFs Regain Buy Points

Gold Bullish Ahead of Inflation Report

June brings price hikes in multiple sectors for Israeli consumers

"Since the start of the war, the big food companies have raised prices by dozens of percent," said a lobby group.

 A cart laden with groceries.

The difference between macro/micro inflation during the war in Israel

Despite inflation and government-controlled prices increasing on May 1st, Israel’s microeconomy should be stable. However, Israel’s macroeconomy will face the consequences of the war for a few years.

VARIOUS ISRAELI banknotes are displayed for an illustrative photo. The economy is well on its way to the pre-pandemic standards of budgetary discipline.

Israel-Hamas war takes toll on Israel's 2023 GDP

GDP revealed to have decreased in final quarter of 2023 as a result of conflict, revised report shows.

 A slowdown in economic activity and a sharp increase in the deficit following the injection of funds into the affected sectors

Eid in Pakistan: Elites undaunted by inflation while the working class struggles to survive

Rising inflation dampened the joy of Eid al-Fitr in Pakistan, whose economy is considered repressed, according to a Washington-based think tank.

 A man carries a baby while visiting a fair, during the second day of Eid al-Fitr celebrations, in Karachi, Pakistan April 11, 2024.

Turkey's central bank delivers bold rate hike amid inflation concerns

The sharp rate increase sparked a rally for the Turkish lira, which appreciated as much as 2%. 

 A logo of Turkey's Central Bank is pictured at the entrance to its headquarters in Ankara, Turkey February 8, 2024.