Finance
Fitch warns of the elections: 'Political instability will make reducing the deficit difficult'
The rating agency left the credit rating unchanged, but the outlook remains negative. The reason: Fear of an endless election wave that will prevent painful budget decisions from being made.
AI agents threaten bank profits
Bank Hapoalim to finance Stark Power with $85 million
WATCH: IDF strikes in Gaza, killing Hamas Northern Brigade commander, top military financer
Myanmar arrests 21 over alleged donations to opposition-linked fundraising platform
After Myanmar's military coup in 2021, the junta designated the National Unity Government and its allies as "terrorist organisations".
Your Investments: The Four Species, unity, and caring for elderly parents
The four species provide an important model for siblings caring for aging parents. Each species has its own role, just as siblings don’t have to contribute in exactly the same way.
Israel kills Hamas finance chief in airstrike on Gaza's Khan Yunis, Katz says
"We will not allow Hamas to rebuild its strength, and we will not stop until there is no Hamas in Gaza," said Katz.
US prosecutors investigate Binance over alleged Iran sanctions violations, crypto laundering
The US government has imposed sanctions on firms and individuals it says are helping Hezbollah and other Iranian proxies in the Middle East, intensifying its campaign to isolate Iran economically.
US Federal Reserve hikes rates, sees more tightening in search of 'timelier' drop in inflation
The rate increase was announced less than two months before midterm elections that will determine whether Trump's Republicans retain control of Congress for the final two years of his presidency.
Your Investments: Turning Rosh Hashanah reflection into financial action
The Jewish New Year reminds us to take stock of our actions. That same spirit of accountability can guide an annual review of our savings, spending, and investments.
Your Taxes: Israeli property flip ends with a costly VAT lesson
A recent Israeli court ruling offers a costly lesson for property investors: recovering VAT when buying a property can create a much larger VAT bill when plans change.
No. 11: Larry Fink: The Jewish power broker at the center of global finance
Larry Fink combines BlackRock’s $10 trillion global influence with deeply personal support for Israel and active leadership in the Jewish world.
75 years of investing in Israel: A powerful statement with strong returns
Israel Bonds investors reflect a broad cross-section of society, spanning generations and sectors.
US Federal Trade Commission, 22 US states sue Amazon over allegedly illegal advertising practices
"Amazon has been able to generate billions of dollars in profits - at the expense of its auction advertising customers," the FTC stated in the suit.
