Bank of Israel cuts rates for second time in Q3, cites inflation, GDP growth
The Bank of Israel (BoI)’s Monetary Committee cut the interest rate by 0.25% to 3.25% on Tuesday. This…
The systemic failure paralyzing Israel’s production lines
In the not-so-distant past, Israeli workers reported daily with pride to factory assembly lines, feeling that they were…
Israel’s labor shortage shows why foreign workers are vital to the economy
The recent Knesset debate over expanding foreign worker quotas has reignited a familiar public discussion. Critics argue that…
Employment is vital to fighting crime in Israel’s Arab communities
Organized crime in Israel’s Arab society and the integration of Arab citizens – roughly one-fifth of Israel’s population…
Israel in the eye of the storm — But the economy tells a different story
While the shock originating in the Middle East is pushing many economies worldwide toward higher inflation, higher interest…
New study links organized crime and weak governance to rising cost of living
A new study by Hashomer HaChadash, conducted in collaboration with the Rifman Institute for Negev Development, argues that…
Israel’s tech employees cost more than US counterparts
Israel’s 400,000 tech employees have for some years been expensive in global terms, with their cost second only…
Bank of Israel reveals new data on Israel’s mortgage market
Recently, a series of data releases have shed new light on the direction of Israel’s housing market. The…
High-tech sector accounts for 58% of Israel’s exports, even with strong shekel
Israeli high-tech companies accounted for 58% of Israel’s total exports in 2025, according to the annual report on…
Can Israel’s economy survive after a seven-front war?
What is the state of Israel’s economy after nearly three years of war? As Israel increases its defense…
Israel’s strength comes from resilience, national purpose
Key to discussions about rebuilding Israel’s reputation around the world is the question of purpose. What does Israel…
Israel inflation could rise to 3% if Iran deal fails, expert warns
If the Islamic regime doesn’t make a deal with the Trump administration during the five-day respite of attacks…