israel economy

Shekel sinks to weakest against dollar since 2016

The rate was set at 3.861 after the dollar gained strength globally.

Amid Israel turmoil, markets want continuity at central bank helm

Yaron's five-year term ends at the end of 2023 and he has been tight-lipped on his plans.

By REUTERS
21/09/2023
Amir Yaron (L) delivers a report to Benjamin Netanyahu (R)

Bank of Israel chief, Netanyahu to decide on 2nd governor term in October

The issue of whether Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron will seek, or be reappointed for a second term, has loomed over financial markets for months.

By REUTERS
10/09/2023

Israel sorely needs reliable information on judicial reform effects - analysis

Eight months into Israel’s toxic debate over the judicial overhaul plan, it is emerging that in some cases honest information is being kept from the public and the decision-makers.

15/08/2023
Bank Hapoalim

Israel's consumer confidence rises despite hi-tech funding challenges

A boost in consumer confidence has been observed amid recent political and economic uncertainties.

Israel’s government is praising itself for a few strong trees in an economic wildfire - analysis

Instead of addressing the concerns of investors, agencies, and economists around the world, Netanyahu and Smotrich dismissed warnings in favor of baseless guarantees that the economy is doing fine.

BIRD Foundation to invest $8 million in 9 new Israel-US tech projects

The projects address issues in a diverse range of sectors that hold strategic importance to both nations.

Coronavirus & Israeli Tech

Government allocates NIS 75 million for innovation centers in Israel's periphery

The inter-ministerial effort could be instrumental in incorporating more Israeli demographics into its high-tech industry.

Market fears Bank of Israel governor won't seek second term

With six months until the end of Prof. Amir Yaron's term as Bank of Israel Governor, uncertainty over his replacement could further damage the economy.

By OREN DORI/GLOBES/TNS
07/06/2023

Bank of Israel raises interest rate to 4.75%, highest since 2006

Despite the rate hikes, Israel's inflation rate stood at 5% in April, near a 14-year high and well above the government's 1%-3% annual target range.

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