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סניף קרפור בבית שמש
Israel inflation projected to hit 3%, fueling optimism for first rate cut in 20 months
July CPI, expected to rise 0.3%–0.5%, may bring annual inflation to the top of the government’s target range; a further dip in August could pave the way for a September 29 interest rate cut, with volatile airfare, rent and food prices shaping forecasts
Gad Lior | 08.14.25
אילוסטרציה מטוס ממריא המראה
Finance Ministry blocks compensation for Israelis stranded abroad during Iran war
Officials reject plan to compensate more than 100,000 citizens stranded overseas during war, sparking political backlash and dispute with Transportation Ministry over who should bear the cost
Gad Lior, Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 08.11.25
ארנון בר דוד בועידת השלטון המקומי
Labor union chief refuses to join nationwide shutdown over Gaza offensive
Arnon Bar-David tells families Histadrut avoiding general strike out of concern it could politicize the public discourse on hostages; despite this, he orders union leaders and worker committees to allow employees who wish to participate
Lihi Gordon, Roi Rubinstein, Gad Lior | 08.11.25
מתרחצים בחוף היום בתל אביב
Severe heat wave: All-time record broken in Israeli electricity consumption
Electricity consumption reached 15,806 megawatts Sunday, breaking the previous record recorded in August 2023;  rise in electricity use driven by intense heat wave across the country and by ongoing growth in demand across all sectors: residential, commercial and industrial 
Gad Lior | 08.10.25
הפגזות כוחות צה"ל ברצועת עזה, נתניהו, סמוטריץ
Cost of Israeli control of Gaza could exceed $50 billion a year, estimates show
Israel risks severe economic strain from the costs of total military control of encalve and a stalled 2026 budget, with officials warning of deep cuts, higher taxes and potential credit downgrades as war expenses soar
Gad Lior | 08.10.25
אוצר מהעבר דלק
The time Iran saved Israel from a crippling oil embargo
A steady flow of oil from pre-Islamic Republic Iran ensured Israel was less severely hit by the 1970s Arab oil embargo, although the energy crisis still brought with it soaring inflation; firsthand insight into headlines, decisions and debates that shaped the era
Gad Lior | 08.09.25
טשקנט
Worsening ties with Turkey boost Israel-Uzbekistan economic relations
Muslim-majority Asiatic country is stepping in as a key trade partner for Israel, nearly doubling copper imports in early 2025 to fill the gap left by Turkey’s export boycott
Gad Lior | 08.02.25
עזה
Public will bear cost for multi-billion dollars Gaza 'Humanitarian City,' officials warn
Finance Ministry officials warn project will require higher taxes and cuts to education, health and welfare budgets already strained by war and barely recovered sicne COVID-19 pandemic
Gad Lior | 07.14.25
מטה מודי'ס בניו יורק
Moody’s holds Israel’s credit rating steady despite Gaza war, Iran clash
Moody’s has affirmed Israel’s credit rating at Baa1 with a negative outlook, citing economic resilience despite ongoing fighting, while warning that renewed conflict and rising defense costs could deepen fiscal strain
Gad Lior | 07.08.25
אמיר ירון 30.6.25
Bank of Israel holds interest rate at 4.5% amid fragile recovery
BOI keeps its key rate unchanged for a sixth straight decision, citing lingering inflation and geopolitical risk; Governor Amir Yaron signals upcoming rate cuts, projecting economic growth ahead if post-war stability holds
Gad Lior | 07.07.25
פלסטינים מחליפים כספים בבנק ברמאללה
Will Smotrich’s pushback against global sanctions collapse the Palestinian economy?
After new sanctions, finance minister orders end to protections for banks tied to Palestinian institutions—potentially severing financial links, destabilizing the Palestinian Authority and drawing backlash from foreign governments
Gad Lior | 06.12.25
יונתן אוריך אלי פלדשטיין קטאר
Leaked Qatargate documents fuel suspicion around Netanyahu inner circle
Files reveal Qatari-linked payments routed through UK firms and intermediaries; key suspects Jonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein face renewed scrutiny over classified documents
Gad Lior | 06.06.25
הצהרה של שר האוצר בצלאל סמוטריץ'
Smotrich pressures Bank of Israel to support settlers under EU sanctions
Finance minister urges Bank of Israel to provide banking services to settlers under foreign sanctions, warning he may pursue legislation requiring banks to compensate affected customers
Gad Lior | 06.05.25
משרדי S&P בניו יורק
Despite war escalation plans, S&P holds Israel’s credit rating
Credit rating agency keeps Israel’s credit rating at A with a negative outlook, warning it could downgrade within 2 years if war escalates and harms the economy; agency cites serious concern over war's potential impact on fiscal and economic stability
Gad Lior | 05.10.25
תיעוד: פעילות כוחות חטיבת 'אגרוף הברזל' במרחב רפיח
Cost of Gaza war escalation could top NIS 15.4 billion, threatening Israeli budget stability
Finance Ministry officials warn expansion of ground operations will trigger steep cuts to public services, and require new taxes, as Israel faces growing pressure to fund prolonged reservist mobilization and defense needs
Gad Lior | 05.05.25
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