Israel economy

Israeli overseas online purchases plunge during Iran war

There was a decrease of about 52% in orders from prominent international ecommerce websites and an average increase of 23% in orders from Israeli websites

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People walk past a mural drawn by the "Grafitiyul" graffiti art group depicting Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a street in the Israeli coastal city of Tel Aviv on July 22, 2025.

Israel's endurance buys Iranian isolation - editoral

In January, Israel’s Ministry of Defense signed a multi-year contract with Semiconductor Devices valued at approximately $115 million (NIS 380 million).

Tower soars to record on AI infrastructure agreements

People take cover in a bomb shelter from incoming missiles fired from Iran in Holon, March 17, 2026.

Treasury extends unpaid leave benefit period


Critical failures in reforms, food security, real estate data systems, state comptroller warns

Israel’s State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warned Tuesday that government reforms and data systems in key ministries are failing, leaving the economy vulnerable.

Israeli State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman attends a State Control Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on May 12, 2025.

Netanyahu: Israel's economy is very strong, still needs to build 'independent arms industry'

He compared the situation Israel is in to ancient Greece by saying, “We are Athens and Sparta, or perhaps Super-Sparta. We have no choice.”

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Israel's economy at a press conference, September 16, 2025.

Qatar leading efforts to impose blockade on Israel, Netanyahu tells 'Post'

PM: Israel must prepare for 'new economic reality,' strengthen independent arms industries to ensure self-reliance • 'We are Athens and Sparta, or perhaps Super-Sparta'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio give a press statement after their meeting at the Prime Minister Office in Jerusalem, on September 15, 2025.

Israel's fiscal deficit falls again

The deficit in August was NIS 9.5 billion, an improvement on August 2024, when the monthly deficit was NIS 12.2 billion.

 Global Silver Demand Set to Reach New Record High in 2024 Amid Persistent Supply Deficit

How much will Gaza occupation cost Israel? Expert weighs in

Professor Elise Brezis estimates Gaza's annual food supply costs at 3.4 billion shekels, highlighting the challenges of feeding its 2 million residents if Israel assumes control.

Hamas terrorists carrying clubs and firearms secure humanitarian aid trucks in the northern Gaza area of Jabaliya on June 25, 2025.

Trump's higher tariff rates hit goods from major US trading partners, incl. Israel

Trump's July 31 tariff order imposed duties above 10% on 67 trading partners, while the rate was kept at 10% for those not listed.

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs at the White House last week. Because Trump is so hard to characterize neatly, we should think twice before jumping to conclusions as to where his tariff policies are headed, says the writer.

Dollar slump, deep discounts fuel new boom in Israelis’ overseas online shopping

Volumes are climbing not only in sheer numbers but in size and value: Flat-pack furniture, garden equipment, home appliances, and large toys are replacing the traditional flow of small accessories.

Israel Post vice‑president for commerce , Eran Kristal.

Israel's economy must function amid Iran attacks, chairman of umbrella business org says

 “The Israeli economy has been operating for nearly two years in a state of war and has gained significant experience in handling emergency situations."

 A road in Tel Aviv, June 14, 2025.

The Resilience of Israel’s Economy - Opinion

Israel's ability to withstand times of crisis stems from the highly talented individuals who invest immense effort in maintaining a strong economy

Illustration of Israeli shekels. September 24, 2023.

Co-CEO of Hamilton Lane: ‘It’s money time for private markets’

Juan Delgado says private market investing firms are positioned for even greater success – and Israel is one of the company’s key markets

 JUAN DELGADO, co-CEO, Hamilton Lane: Data-centric approach, market-leading database.