Israeli economy

'Bibicoin will destroy Israel': Eisenkot slams Netanyahu's crypto plan for alternative funding

Eisenkot's campaign video claimed that the alternative system would generate "an economy like North Korea and Iran," and result in "the end of high-tech, the end of healthcare, the end of security."

Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot visits the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City, days before Israel’s general elections, October 22, 2026.
Students attending Bar-Ilan university in Ramat Gan.

Nearly one in three Israeli students considers leaving country as living costs soar - poll

Economy Minister Nir Barkat presents "Israel's Basket".

Economy Ministry ends 'Israel's Basket' pilot due to upcoming elections

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

Demand for food assistance surges 32% ahead of Rosh Hashanah


Chevron advances Tamar gas project with phase two expansion - report

In a recent development, Chevron announced on Sunday the second phase of the Tamar natural gas project in Israel, involving the natural gas reservoir located off the coast of Haifa

 An aeriel view of the Israeli 'Tamar' gas processing rig 24 km off the Israeli southern coast of Ashkelon. Noble Energy and Delek are the main partners in the Tamar gas field, estimated to contain 10 trillion cubic feet of gas. June 23, 2014. Photo by Moshe Shai/FLASH90

Investors not affected by Moody's: Only small decreases in the stock market

Analysts estimate that other rating agencies will also lower Israel's rating; the rising scent from the rating downgrade is political, but it is the scent of fear of uncertainty.

 The Morgan Stanley worldwide headquarters building is pictured in New York

Strauss Group's rocky road back: A look into the future of Strauss

Investors can hope that Strauss Group’s bad luck will pass soon, and that coffee prices will revert to where they were in the previous decade, which would boost Strauss’s operating margin to 11%

 STRAUSS’S BUSINESS in Israel accounts for only about half of its revenue.

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.