Business

How governments are becoming major market players

“Governments are getting directly involved, choosing which industries to support, steering investments, and using trade policy as a tool.”
US President Donald Trump participates in an arrival ceremony at Beijing Capital International Airport during his visit to the country, in Beijing, China, May 13, 2026.

Trump arrives in Beijing for first US presidential visit in nearly a decade

Against the backdrop of geopolitical instability and a booming defense ecosystem, Alon Lifshitz co-founded Aurelius Capital, one of the new players rising in a transformed landscape.

'It started on October 7': How war reshaped Israel's defense-tech boom

Liam Ratner inspires builders at an Inspiraction event.

Inside Inspiraction, the Jerusalem incubator helping young Israelis turn ideas into start-ups


Real estate giant invests $200 million into Miami’s high-tech hub: What’s Flow Wynwood?

The Flow Wynwood project will raise the current $200 million valuation of the complex over the $300 million line, Flow said, citing market sources' estimates.

Renderings of the new Flow Wyndwood project.

Report: Smartphone giants OnePlus and Realme are merging

After months of rumors about scaling down operations, reports in China reveal that smartphone brands OnePlus and Realme will join forces under a shared product center.

OnePlus 13

Almost half of operational decisions will be done by AI in 2030, IBM reveals - poll

CEOs expect AI to handle 48% of operational decisions autonomously, primarily in areas with clear, established rules and procedures.

AI and computing, illustrative image.

The systems architect: Omer Menashe, Israeli-born innovator reshaping American venture building

“Omer Menashe builds AI-driven systems that streamline inefficient U.S. industries, especially construction, through scalable financial infrastructure.”

Not just to New York: Arkia introduces business class on flights to Europe

For the first time on its European routes, Arkia launches a business class on its Paris route with spacious seating, VIP service, lounge access, extended baggage allowance, and prices from $849.

Business class on an A320 aircraft.

A strategic miss: R&D is Israel's brain - so why does it develop, manufacture abroad? - opinion

Israel excels in algorithms and exits, but we have forgotten a basic principle: The higher you move up the value chain, the greater the profit.

Person, hands and writing with tablet for research (illustrative)

Mega deal: Teva acquires Emalex for approximately $900 million

The Israeli pharmaceutical giant is accelerating its growth strategy and adding to its portfolio a groundbreaking treatment for Tourette syndrome in children.

The logistics center of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries in Shoham

Your Taxes: Israel’s lower mid-market is tempting international M&A buyers

Bargaining factors: Several factors are contributing to what can best be described as a ripening of the market.

Part of an electronic board displaying market data is seen at the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

The new pharmacy chain that wants to shake up the market

Sapir Group officially enters the Israeli pharmacy market with the opening of the first branch of the new chain.

Pharm Plus

The rise of customer financing: How flexible payments are reshaping business and consumer behavior

“In that sense, the question is no longer whether to offer flexible payment options—but how effectively they are integrated into the customer experience.”