Unemployment israel
Lost decade: Haredi men's employment stagnates
The employment rate for Haredi men stands at 53% – a figure that represents a decade-long halt and sparks pessimism regarding the achievement of government targets.
Severe report: Historical peak in the number of unemployed tech workers
Israeli employment rates dropped in May, Central Bureau of Statistics labor force survey reveals
The historic opportunity hidden within the tech layoff wave
Treasury extends unpaid leave benefit period
Employers will be able to put employees on unpaid leave even at the end of April and the employees will still be entitled to aid.
Israel registered 37% less unpaid leave applications than in previous Iran war, report reveals
In total, 7936 people registered for unemployment since the war began, of whom 55% are women, Employment Service revealed on Sunday. Of this group, 54% are mothers of underage children.
Taub Center 2025 Report: Rising defense debt and low productivity threaten Israel’s 2026 growth
After two years of war, Israelis are facing mounting economic pressures. A new report by the Taub Center warns country must boost productivity and invest in human capital
Nearly three-quarters of Israelis fear they cannot handle employment crisis - study
"The last decade has been characterized by profound changes that have dramatically affected the labor market in Israel and around the world."
Unemployment in Israel dips to new low
The latest low figures also stem from many Israelis still performing army reserve duty and who are not available for civilian employment.
Knesset: Finance Ministry failing to provide employment services to Negev's Bedouins
"Where there is no employment, there is crime."
Non-evacuated northern towns are on verge of collapse, govt. remains silent
Some communities from the north that had to evacuate have been promised governmental and employment benefits. Other communities haven't been so fortunate.
Inflation declines, credit card spending rises: BofA on Israel’s economy
The report said the general unemployment rate went up to 10.2% when the conflict started, and now it's at 7.2%, partially due to the many Israelis serving in reserves.
War takes an economic toll on Israeli businesses and employees
With many Israeli businesses working reduced hours or closing during the war, employees losing their jobs or placed on unpaid leave, many have turned to unemployment benefits to help them get by.
TaTiO raises $5.3m. for hiring platform focusing on skills, not résumés
The company uses artificial intelligence to assess job seekers’ skill sets, recommending them to employers without the need for old-fashioned resumes.
