Israeli economy

“The human capital of Israel’s economy is what continues to drive its growth”

The Chairman of the Board of Bank Leumi opened the Israel Economic Conference 2026 addressing prospects for regional cooperation following the end of the war “A gateway to far-reaching opportunities"

Chairman of the Board of Bank Leumi, Uri Alon
Jordan Fried, ZOOZ Power ceo

Bitcoin is volatile, but that doesn’t change where it’s headed

MARKET DATA at the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

Israeli companies grew more when listed in Tel Aviv than on NASDAQ, study reveals

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich arrives to a conference of the Israeli newspaper Makor Rishon in Jerusalem, December 25, 2025

Smotrich doubles down on refusal to enlist daughter, claims IDF is 'no place for women'


Hi-tech sector stronger than ever, but fears loom - Innovation Authority

Over the past five years, the number of new startups established annually in Israel fell from 1,400 in 2014 to 850 in 2019, and it is estimated that just 520 new start-ups were established in 2020.

 Night falls over Beersheba’s city center, which is quickly becoming a hi-tech hub for Israel

PM Bennett, FM Liberman will bring new look for Israel's economy

Economists are also optimistic about Avigdor Liberman as potential finance minister. The Yisrael Beytenu leader has previously served as defense minister and foreign minister

Avigdor Liberman (L) Naftali Bennett (R)

Lack of financial assistance is 'death certificate' to tourism sector

In a meeting with the Finance Committee, Director General of Inbound Tourism Organizers said that the tourism industry will collapse if the coronavirus financial assistance program is not extended.

THERE IS virtually no traffic in places that are usually packed with tourists.

Tourism Ministry pilot program for travel groups sells out in minutes

The pilot program aims to bring 20 groups of vaccinated tourists to Israel in an attempt to kickstart the economy after the coronavirus pandemic.

INDEPENDENT BUSINESS owners and workers from the tourism sector call for financial support from the government, outside the Finance Ministry in the capital on June 30.

Tourism Ministry reveals plan for vaccinated incoming tourists

Tourism from overseas dropped by 81% in 2020 – and although a third of Israeli hotels remain closed, hundreds of thousands of Israelis depend on visitors from abroad for their livelihood.

THE BERESHEET Hotel in Mitzpeh Ramon is open only to vaccinated Israelis

Israeli Economist signs agreement to finance investments with Morocco

The two ministries agreed to establish a joint economic team and outline future agreements.

Israel's National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat is seen speaking in Rabat during a joint US-Israeli delegation to Morocco on December 22, 2020.

S&P affirms Israel’s AA-rating despite economic hit

"Israel is in a good position compared to other countries who are struggling [financially] with the coronavirus crisis."

The S&P Global logo is displayed on its offices in the financial district in New York City

Prices stay high as unemployment soars, fueling economic crisis - analysis

Israelis pay as if they live in a wealthy country, and receive average or below average goods and services.

People walk at the Mamilla Mall near Jerusalem's Old City on May 3, 2020.

Israel’s tale of two economies

The pandemic has highlighted economic, as well as demographic, differences in Israel

THE CORONAVIRUS CRISIS may further exacerbate social disparity, as the hi-tech sector seems to be less affected and better able to cope with it.

Israel slips to 26th spot in global economic competitiveness ranking

The Israeli economy impressed globally for its scientific infrastructure but scored particularly poorly in a comparison of prices and basic infrastructure.

A general view shows part of Tel Aviv amid an ease of restrictions following the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Israel May 7, 2020.