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Stanley Fischer, former Bank of Israel governor, passes away at 81

Fischer was praised for his transformative impact on Israel’s economy and global monetary policy, especially during the global financial crisis of 2008.

 Outgoing Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer seen speaking at a press conference at the Bank of Israel in Jerusalem on June 25, 2013.
Governor Amir Yaron at the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, May 2025.

Economy bounces back from October 7 shock, governor urges fiscal discipline, workforce reform

 Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron seen at the Jerusalem Post Annual Conference in New York, June 3, 2024

Commercial banks to offer benefits to the tune of NIS 3b. following central bank plan

Governor of the Bank of Israel Amir Yaron speaks during a press conference at the Bank of Israel offices in Jerusalem, on January 2, 2022.

Bank of Israel chief critical of 2025 wartime budget


Israel's economy improving but uncertainty remains high - Central Bank Gov.

The Bank of Israel left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.5% in its 8th straight such decision

 BANK OF Israel Governor Amir Yaron speaks at a news conference in Jerusalem last month. The regulatory shaming announced by the central bank this week is a step in the right direction, the writer maintains.

Bank of Israel holds rates as war fuels inflation but weighs on growth

The central bank noted that the inflation rate looks to rise in the coming months before easing again in the next year.

 BANK OF Israel headquarters in Jerusalem: Israel’s favorable environment for economic development has been accompanied by an impressive improvement in the country’s credit rating, say the writers.

Bank of Israel holds interest rate at 4.5%, lowers GDP growth prediction

Among considerations discussed when determining the interest rate was that inflation in Israel has been on an upward trend, in contrast to global trends, he said.

 Israel flag with stock market finance, economy trend graph digital technology.

No. 26: Amir Yaron: Fighting to stabilize Israel's economy

Amir Yaron, the governor of the Bank of Israel, has worked to stabilize the shekel in the face of the multifront war and international boycotts.

 Amir Yaron.

Israeli leaders kick off 2025 budget talks as war costs push up 2024 deficit

Netanyahu and economic officials discuss Israel's 2025 budget amid fiscal challenges from ongoing conflict, aiming for parliamentary approval by year-end amidst rising deficit concerns.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pauses during a press conference amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, July 13, 2024.

Bank of Israel keeps rates steady due to Gaza war uncertainty

"It has been four difficult months for Israel," Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron told a press conference. "Beyond security issues, the war brings with it marked economic

Bank of Israel Governor, Prof. Amir Yaron. Full trust in the financial and monetary systems.

Netanyahu, Smotrich extend term for Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich agree on a second five-year term for Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron.

Bank of Israel Governor Prof. Amir Yaron presents the central bank’s Annual Report for 2020 to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on April 6.

October looks as if it will be challenging for the Israeli economy

ECONOMIC AFFAIRS: Besides inflation, the shekel-US dollar rate will also impact the interest rate decision.

 BANK OF ISRAEL Governor Amir Yaron attends a meeting at the Knesset, in July.

Amid Israel turmoil, markets want continuity at central bank helm

Yaron's five-year term ends at the end of 2023 and he has been tight-lipped on his plans.

 Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron.

Bank of Israel chief, Netanyahu to decide on 2nd governor term in October

The issue of whether Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron will seek, or be reappointed for a second term, has loomed over financial markets for months.

Amir Yaron (L) delivers a report to Benjamin Netanyahu (R)

Bank of Israel gov. should be 'kicked down the stairs' - far right minister

Israeli Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu's remarks were criticized by politicians from the coalition and opposition alike.

 LEFT: Governor of the Bank of Israel Prof. Amir Yaron | RIGHT: Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu (Otzma Yehudit)