Israel economy

The Resilience of Israel’s Economy - Opinion

Israel's ability to withstand times of crisis stems from the highly talented individuals who invest immense effort in maintaining a strong economy

Illustration of Israeli shekels. September 24, 2023.
 JUAN DELGADO, co-CEO, Hamilton Lane: Data-centric approach, market-leading database.

Co-CEO of Hamilton Lane: ‘It’s money time for private markets’

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs at the White House last week. Because Trump is so hard to characterize neatly, we should think twice before jumping to conclusions as to where his tariff policies are headed, says the writer.

Caught in the crossfire: How Trump's tariff war with China harms Israel's trade

 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 keeps interest rates steady after Gaza conflict resumes


WATCH: Tanking stocks, global recession risk: What do you need to know about Trump's tariffs?

Trump's announcement of a 10% baseline tariff on all trade partners, plus additional duties for many countries, has sent global markets spiraling.

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs alongside a photo of Netanyahu against a backdrop of a stock market chart. (illustration)

Can Israel’s economy withstand a second round of war, judicial reform, and soaring debt? - analysis

Israel's workforce is spread thin from war, extensive support to citizens, and high cost of living. Will the Israeli economy survive?

An electronic board displaying market data is seen at the entrance of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, in Tel Aviv, Israel

Building a circular economy: What Israel can learn from the US West Coast - opinion

By combining cross-border expertise, research capabilities, and new technologies, companies can advance a bottom-up approach.

 Concept of green finance flourishing businesses invest money and coins into sustainable ventures, nurturing growth of nature-friendly projects and ensuring prosperous future. green finance growth.

Can Israel rebuild faster? The financial roadmap to recovery - opinion

Post-war recovery requires more than emergency relief; It demands innovative financial solutions that can accelerate rebuilding while creating sustainable economic growth.

Gadi Yarkoni, head of the Eshkol Regional Council, speaks at a Knesset Finance Committee meeting last year. Joint efforts of government entities, institutional bodies, philanthropy, and private investors will transition emergency aid into financial solutions, says the writer.

Mothers face harm to mental health, employment, finances amid Israel-Hamas War - WIZO poll

The poll also found evidence suggesting significant gaps between the needs of the mothers and existing resources.

 A mother holding the hand of her daughter (illustrative).

Editor's Notes: Israel should listen to Musk and create a DOGE of its own

We are the State of the Start-Up Nation and need to act like it. Will that be easy? No. But if there’s any country in the world that can make chaos work efficiently, it is Israel. 

 WOULDN’T IT be great if every prime minister had an advisery group comprising the top Jewish and Israeli businessmen and women? Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu takes Elon Musk on a tour of Kibbutz Kfar Aza in November 2023.

Gaza ceasefire with Hamas, if durable, could reduce risk to Israel's economy - Moody's

"Domestic political challenges and security concerns are some hurdles for Israel that may impede further progress," the agency said. 

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Start-Up Nation Central: Israeli startups raised $12.2b in 2024

Israeli cybersecurity companies, which account for 7% of all tech companies in Israel, raised $3.8 billion last year — about a third (36%) of total investments in the tech sector.

Content creation war-room at Druze Tech.

Israel economy: A rebound in farming could lead to a decrease in food prices

While key sectors show resilience, economists warn of lasting challenges due to poverty and defense spending

 A person holds Israeli shekel coins in their hand in Jerusalem on December 18, 2024.

Israeli high-tech sector concludes 2024 with 38% growth in capital raising

Preliminary data from LeumiTech and IVC’s high-tech report reveals that despite the challenges of 2024, the high-tech sector managed to secure its role as the growth engine of the Israeli economy.

LeumiTech CEO Maya Eisen Zafrir.

Failure to draft ultra-Orthodox cost economy NIS 8.5 billion - study

These estimates were based on publicly available information and BDO estimates, and the calculation was based on conservative assumptions.

 HAREDI MEN learn at the Mir Yeshiva in Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim, Sept. 13, 2023.