Inflation

OECD cuts Turkish economic growth forecast to lowest rate since 2020 amid Iran war, rising prices

The organization, which published its latest economic outlook under the title “Navigating Successive Shocks,” also lowered Turkey’s 2027 growth forecast to 3.6%.

Illustrative: Customers walk past a flag vendor as they shop at a bazaar in Istanbul on September 6, 2022.
 Model of petrol pump is seen in front of US and Iran flag colors in this illustration.

Renewed Middle East tensions send Brent Crude above $100

A vendor pumps petrol from Iranian fuel oil tankers for resale near the Bashmagh border crossing on March 11, 2026.

Iranian Rial hits record low as economic fallout from war takes hold - report

US President Donald Trump speaks after signing an executive order that aims to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on August 27, 2026.

Trump declares Iran ‘officially a failed nation,’ says US will respond to strikes on Jordan


Freelancers ask central bank to cut interest rate, help businesses near bankruptcy

The forum emphasized that a rate cut could help mitigate some of the increased costs that freelancers and business owners are expected to face in 2025.

A shop opens at Agripas street in Jerusalem next to the Machane Yehuda market

Keren Ben-David, CEO of Davidson Group: "Pre-Inflation Prices in Modi’in’s Prime Real Estate"


“Persistent Inflation” Not the Same as Inflation – Growing Concern

CPI is up, which is good. But record household debt is a sign of “inflation fighting inflation.” Persistent inflation could be with us for years, say analysts.

 “Persistent Inflation” Not the Same as Inflation – Growing Concern

Why Gold Keeps Rising - Perhaps Because The Fed is About to Print Again

$531B in Treasury Auctions settles today, spotlighting hidden risks in the dollar system. As bank reserves thin, central banks may face tough choices, affecting inflation and monetary metals.

 Why Gold Keeps Rising - Perhaps Because The Fed is About to Print Again

Wartime gov't payouts risk stoking inflation

The high cost of the war and the supply problems it has caused, tax hikes expected in 2025, and wage increases, are all pushing prices upwards.

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of an upwards-trending graph (illustration)

El-Erian: Gold’s price increase is a result of more than just inflation

Longtime economic commentator believes the West should be paying more attention to adversaries

 El-Erian: Gold’s price increase is a result of more than just inflation

Even adjusted for inflation, gold is breaking out

The yellow metal is surging past its previous inflation-adjusted peak of $2,553 an ounce in 1980.

 Even adjusted for inflation, gold is breaking out

GDP growth at 0.3%, consumer confidence down from last year - CBS

The economy was supported by gains in consumer and state spending and in investment in fixed assets, while exports fell.

 The Bank of Israel building is seen in Jerusalem June 16, 2020. Picture taken June 16, 2020.

Metals prices dip on lower-than-expected U.S. inflation data

Slight drops noticed in gold, silver after U.S. producer price index showed no increase in October

 Metals prices dip on lower-than-expected U.S. inflation data

Bank of Israel to hold rates even as inflation rises: Reuters poll

"A prolonged war on multiple fronts could weaken economic activity further and heat inflation, raising the risk of stagflation," Barclays economist said.

The Bank of Israel building is seen in Jerusalem June 16, 2020.