Tax
El Al to distribute first dividend since 2017 after state approval
El Al has recorded exceptional profitability in recent years, in 2024 the company recorded a record profit of over $500 million
What is Tim Walz's role in Minnesota's welfare fraud scandal? - explainer
China taxes condoms, contraceptives, in push to combat declining population
Bahrain unveils massive reform package to tackle $50 billion debt crisis
The OECD's Herculean tax task and how it impacts Israel
On February 1, the OECD approved “administrative guidance” that bridged some yawning gaps between the OECD Pillar 2 proposals and US law
Yair Lapid offers 2% VAT cut instead of billions in Israeli coalition funds
The purpose of Yair Lapid's conference was to present guidelines for an alternative 2023-2024 Israeli budget, days before the government's budget proposal.
Municipality strikes over 'City Tax Fund' to continue until Thursday
The services that were shut down included public preschools, Garbage collection, sanitation services, security services at elementary schools and more
What is the Israel gov't proposed 'Arnona Fund?' - analysis
Local Authorities in Israel announced on Sunday that it was going to cease providing municipal services until the Fund is removed from the Economic Arrangements Bill.
For Israel, e-commerce tax challenges may lie ahead
The Israeli government has indicated it may soon propose a general reform of Israel’s international tax rules, having regard to OECD and other developments.
Which exchange rate applies to an M&A deal?
Many M&A deals are denominated in foreign currency, but Israeli tax reporting is done in shekels.
Doing business in Israel: How to make money and keep most of it
Israeli tax revenues amounted to 32.2% of GDP in 2021, which was better than the OECD average of 34.1%. You are probably doing taxable business in Israel if you conduct business here.
What it’s like doing business in Israel in 2023
Your taxes: You are probably doing taxable business in Israel if you conduct business activities in Israel or operate in Israel via an agent who can commit you. Here's what you need to know
WeWork adopts shareholder rights plan to protect ability to reduce future tax bills
WeWork struck deals to cut debt by about $1.5 billion and extend the date of some maturities in a bid to preserve cash.
Smotrich cancels soda tax, while diabetes looms large in Israel
The Finance Minister’s cancellation of a recent tax on sugary drinks marks a step backward in Israel’s struggle against diabetes.
