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Fitch holds Israel's credit rating at 'A', but debt and war cloud outlook
The US-Israeli strikes on Iran have added to concerns over Israel's deficit, with Fitch noting that Israel's "fractious domestic politics" could hinder fiscal consolidation.
The strength of the shekel
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Your Taxes: Good news for Israelis with foreign rental income
Tel Aviv stock market bucks global trends, betting on Israel’s future stability
Israelis let NIS 1.5 trillion slowly evaporate
The value of your money is slowly being eroded, perhaps without you even knowing
IDB Chief Economist Einat Meir on Israel’s 2026 economic outlook and the global picture
Meir states that the Israeli shekel was one of the world’s strongest currencies in 2025, and is expected to maintain its strength in 2026
What are tech exits doing to Israel's economy?
From tax revenues to the shekel to consumption to real estate, the wave of high-value technology company sales has implications that go beyond the sector.
Bank of Israel unexpectedly cuts interest rate
According to the Research Division's estimate, GDP grew by 2.8% in 2025
Fuel prices in Israel to drop below 7 shekels per liter for first time since 2023
Fuel prices will drop below 7 shekels per liter for the first time since 2023, with the new rate of 6.85 shekels taking effect on January 1, the energy ministry announced.
Shekel surge: Currency hits three-year peak as dollar weakens, stocks climb
The strengthening of the shekel was due to several factors including talks between Israel, the US and Qatar
Bank of Israel cuts key rate by .25 percent after Gaza ceasefire
It represents the first reduction in nearly two years, as a ceasefire in Gaza eased inflation and reduced geopolitical risk.
Israel on the path to $1 trillion: Strong economy, weak infrastructure - opinion
With a population of roughly 10 million, Israel benefits from a large and expanding labor force. Its $580 billion nominal GDP and $58,000 GDP per capita reflect how far the country has come.
Israel pushes to outlaw possession of over NIS 200,000 in cash
Opponents of the move claim that it severely violates privacy and limits economic freedom.
New community model helps Israelis with disabilities age with dignity
The framework, developed by SHEKEL and approved by the Welfare and Social Security Ministry, integrates housing, employment, and holistic supports within city neighborhoods.
