Israeli economy

Demand for food assistance surges 32% ahead of Rosh Hashanah

The campaign includes food and cash donations, food package-packing events, fundraising from the public and business sector, and collaborations through online and digital platforms.

A worker pours honey into a jar at the Raikin apiary in Moshav Sde Eliezer in northern Israel on September 19, 2022 ahead of the Jewish New Year holiday of Rosh Hashanah; illustrative
 New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins, illustrative. November 9, 2021

Strong shekel squeezes Israeli high-tech as AI reshapes the industry - opinion

Emergency workers gather in the early hours of March 22, 2026 at the site of an Iranian missile strike hours earlier in Arad, Israel. Dozens were wounded in the strike, which Israel's air-defence system failed to intercept.

After Iran’s missile strikes, Israeli team develops rapid AI building‑map tool

Dani Naveh, Global President and CEO of Israel Bonds and a former Israeli cabinet minister.

75 Years, $57 billion, one unbreakable bond


Bank Hapoalim cautions against overoptimism in economic recovery

Following last week's release of positive economic indicators, Bank Hapoalim has issued a cautionary note to investors and policymakers.

 Bank Hapoalim, Jan 29, 2024

Haredi men make noticeable waves in the workforce

As the haredi community navigates new challenges and opportunities, its incremental engagement in both workforce participation and military service is becoming evident.

 A CENTER for haredim to learn English. There is a growing movement within the haredi community to embrace those who choose to work, rather than view them as second-class citizens.

Israel's Mobileye's two-fold profit jump serves silver lining for investors

The company, which counts Volkswagen and Porsche among its customers, also reported operating income of $73 million in the fourth quarter, up from $24 million a year earlier.

 Professor Amnon Shashua, president and chief executive officer of Mobileye, speaks with Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger before ringing the opening bell for Mobileye Global Inc, at Times Square in New York City, U.S., October 26, 2022.

Economic recovery faces challenges as labor demand slows

According to manpower survey data from December, the "broad" unemployment rate decreased from around 10% in November to approximately 7.5% in December.

OUTSIDE THE Jerusalem Employment Office

Israel’s cell-based coffee: Sustainable solution to brewing industry challenges?

Due to climate change, within the next two decades, there is an expected 50% reduction in areas suitable for growing coffee.

 Pluri's new cell-based coffee

Comptroller's report on cost of living unveils critical issues in Israel's economy

As the government formulates the 2024 budget, it must evaluate the war's impact on living costs and address the deficiencies highlighted in the report.

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of a downwards-trending graph (illustration)

Survival or layoffs: What's at stake for Israel's businesses in 2024

Israeli businesses navigated through a challenging year marked by a slowdown in the tech sector, political unrest, and an unexpected war with Hamas.

 An illustrative image indicating financial trouble for the Israeli economy.

Cust2Mate’s new deal to bring 20,000 Israeli smart carts to Southeast Asia by 2025

These carts offer features such as decision-making support, access to shopping lists and messages, diverse payment methods, and a large screen.

  A Cust2Mate smart cart

Resilience is the only way to win, and thrive - opinion

Israel, including the Israeli economy, is resilient. This is especially true for the country’s advanced technology sector, which mainly serves markets abroad and keeps on going no matter what.

 Flags, candles, flowers in memory of the more than 1500 slaughtered when hamas infiltrated Israel on Oct 7, and 239 Israelis taken hostage by Hamas terrorists into Gaza,  on Dizengoff Square. October 29, 2023.

PMO agrees to redirect Avi Maoz's NIS 285 m. to evacuees

The funds will now be used as aid for evacuees from southern towns near Gaza and from towns and cities up north.

 Noam head Avi Maoz speaks during a function meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 30, 2023.