Israel economy

Following the 1967 playbook: Israel's post-war tech boom - opinion

The parallels with 1967 are striking. Israel has once again been forced to look inward towards its own military industrial base and high-tech sector

Israeli drone startup XTEND has secured a multi-million-dollar contract from the US Department of Defense to develop and deliver AI-enabled, modular, one-way attack drones designed for close-quarter combat.
US President Donald Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, April 7, 2025.

Israel’s strategic pivot: Why Netanyahu is ready to end American military aid - opinion

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What are tech exits doing to Israel's economy?

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As 2026 begins, AI boom pushes Israeli tech salaries toward NIS 40,000


Israeli construction to suffer under Turkey's economic sanctions

Turkey's Trade Ministry to restrict exports of a wide range of products to Israel, especially those used for construction, until a ceasefire is declared in Gaza.

 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaks to announce Murat Kurum as his ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) candidate in Istanbul's mayoral election in March, in Istanbul, Turkey January 7, 2024.

What does Fitch credit rating mean for Israel?

The rating, published earlier this month, removed a negative watch on Israel's score - an indicator that Fitch no longer plans to drop its rating in the near term.

 Joseph Wolf, CEO of EFG.

War hurt Israeli economy 'on many levels' - Bank of Israel report

2023 presented an obstacle for the Israeli economy, with the contentious judicial overhaul crisis and ongoing Israel-Hamas war sparking questions of resilience.

 View of Bank of Israel main offices in Jerusalem, on January 2, 2023.

Israeli economy minister calls on public to boycott food giant Strauss

Nir Barkat called on the public on Monday to stop buying Strauss Group products due to the company is continuing to raise prices amid the war.

 Economy Minister Nir Barkat speaks during a press conference at his office in Tel Aviv, March 12, 2024.

Despite setbacks, demand for housing in Israel remains, including from foreign residents

While Israel has been rocked by the judicial reform protests and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Israel's housing market still faces demand, both from Israelis and foreigners.

 Dafna Landau, (center) Head of the Construction & Real Estate sub-division in Bank Leumi’s Business Division, speaks with Yaakov Quint, Director-General of the Israel Land Authority (left) and journalist Danielle Roth Avneri at the Maariv Economic Conference in Tel Aviv.

9/11 proved that economies can be revived despite ongoing wars - opinion

Lessons from 9/11 can help Israel bounce back.

 WHILE ISRAEL’S economy faced an initial shock following the terrorist attack, similar to the US post-9/11, all signs, as well as historic evidence, point to a fast recovery, says the writer.

Knesset Labor Committee: IDF capitalization pensioners no longer repay loans 'for life'

In a significant move, the Knesset's Labor and Welfare committee has given the green light for certain IDF retirees to halt ongoing monthly repayments on loans taken out against their pensions.

MK Ofir Katz speaks during a Labor and Welfare Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on February 13. 2024.

Spar chain launches the first branch in Israel

A local retailer invested NIS 10 million in a branch in Kfar Saba. The goal: 2,000 products within three years.

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Shekel drops as Hezbollah hits North

Israel's uncertain security situation and the threat of war in the north was part of Moody's downgrade of the country's credit rating last month.

 An illustrative image of a graph going down.

Bringing a globally popular brand to succeed in the local arena as well?

Brands that have made the leap and those that haven't yet: What are the chances that we will see Primark and Starbucks in Israel?

 Food brands that came from America and failed to win the heart of the Israeli consumer