Finance Ministry
Israel cuts gasoline prices by 50 agorot after Smotrich approves temporary excise relief
Smotrich's order to lower gas prices will remain in effect until October 31, four days after Israel's 2026 election.
Who earns NIS 100,000 a month? The truth behind doctors' payslips
Who will stand at the machine? The systemic failure paralyzing Israel’s production lines
IDF: Israel’s Apache deal not off, but at risk as NIS 15 billion delay drags on
Israel considering tax exemption for new immigrants during first two years of residency
The ministry said the reform is part of the state budget presented this week and aims to encourage Aliyah and strengthen integration into Israeli society and the economy.
Smotrich: Israel 'close to killing' Hamas terrorists in tunnels, no 'safe passage' for them
Rejecting a Hamas exchange proposal, Smotrich emphasizes eliminating terrorists and backs Israel’s independence in Gaza, despite ongoing US involvement in stabilization efforts.
Israel entered war without economic emergency preparedness, Comptroller report finds
A new report warns that a lack of fiscal preparedness exposed deep weaknesses in Israel's wartime economy, leading to budget breaches and future borrowing risks.
Smotrich: Gaza real estate 'bonanza' could finance war, rehab northern towns
“There’s a real estate bonanza there. This is how it pays for itself. I’ve started negotiations with the Americans. I’m not joking. I had a serious conversation with them," Smotrich said.
Netanyahu's 'Sparta' metaphor obscures Israel's wartime economic reality - analysis
Even with boycotts, sanctions, and embargoes making life harder, Israel will continue trading, innovating, and exporting, at the same time as it develops greater self-reliance.
Smotrich leads economic-diplomatic delegation to India
During the visit, the delegation is expected to advance a series of economic cooperation agreements between Israel and India, paving the way to deepen bilateral ties and expand mutual investments.
Finance, Defense ministries to establish c'mtee to expand resources for wounded IDF soldiers
A new public committee, led by senior medical experts, will oversee an expanded national response for wounded IDF soldiers, with a focus on psychological care and integration.
The state of the Israeli economy - opinion
One major difficulty when evaluating Israel’s current economic situation is the lack of concrete data about the government’s operational plans regarding the war in Gaza.
Gov't approves proposal for mass increase in budget to Defense Ministry
The decision came with major opposition from ministers who were strongly against the government’s move.
Finance Minister Smotrich rejects compensating Israelis stranded outside Israel during Iran war
Finance Committee opposed the decision and called on Netanyahu to readdress the issue.