Israeli economy
Israel plans to bring budget deficit below 3% of GDP for 2026-28
Hurt by the war, growth was some 1% in 2024 and is projected to grow 3-3.5% this year.
How leading experts got Israel's economy wrong – opinion
A long-overdue reform: New Osek Zair will help Israel’s small businesses thrive - analysis
Hi-Tech leaders urge government support amid war-driven uncertainty
Israel's budget shows that self-preservation tops government priorities - editorial
The 2025 budget ignores several crucial factors. The ramifications will likely have lasting detrimental effects on our world standing.
Israeli economic and social resilience shines amid war challenges - opinion
The resilience of the Israeli economy, the extraordinary strength of the Israeli people, and their genuine desire to continue this amazing project known as the State of Israel are sources of optimism
The true cost of a shorter school week: The cheap solution will cost us dearly - opinion
The proposed reduction of the school week threatens Israel's education system and economy without addressing the real challenges in education.
Metal solution: Eltron company won the tender of the Airports Authority
Eltron, top Israeli metal solutions provider, wins Israel Airports Authority tender again. Services include production, supply, installation, and maintenance of doors and gates.
I got a nerve block for PTSD, here's what happened - opinion
With Israel potentially facing $50 billion in economic costs from PTSD over the next five years, this innovative approach could be a crucial step toward healing.
Startup Nation Central CEO: Israel leads cyber security boon despite war
A new report from Startup Nation Central shows an increase in private funding to Israel driven by the country’s dominant cybersecurity field.
Budget deficit could pass 10% at years end, opposition MKs warn
The result is that ahead of the 2025 budget, the state will either need to reduce its spending, which could affect its ability to provide services; or raise taxes.
McDonald's to rebuy 225 Israeli stores after outburst of pro-Palestinian boycotts, protests
The US fast-food chain has been subject to boycotts and protests since Alonyal announced shortly after the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas that it would be donating free meals to Israeli military.
Bank Leumi president & CEO: 'The government must eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy'
“We all hope that the effects of the war will be short-lived and that the economic rebound that will follow will be significant," said Bank Leumi President & CEO Hanan Friedman.
Barkat opens WhatsApp group for retail heads to coordinate price freeze
In an attempt to prevent price increases in the retail sector, Economy Minister Nir Barkat opened a WhatsApp group with the heads of Israel's largest retailers.
The war has taken its toll, Israel needs investments in innovation - opinion
While new innovations continue to pour into Israel, the war in Ukraine and subsequent economic downturn have slowed the rate of investment in tech start-ups worldwide, including in Israel.
