Interest rate
Mekorot reports higher 2nd quarter profit, but regulatory changes weigh on 2026 results
National water company posts NIS 243 million net profit in Q2, while regulatory changes led to a further NIS 83 million decline in the value of its assets during the first half of the year
Israel in the eye of the storm — But the economy tells a different story
Next Israel government must halt rise in debt burden, central bank chief says
Bank of Israel lowers interest rate to 3.5% in response to strong shekel, halt in war with Iran
Inflation and housing prices show continued declines in Israel
Housing prices declined 1.3% over the past year, oil prices fell following the Iran agreement, and the dollar recovered after an early drop.
Israel against the current
While the world talks about interest rate hikes, Israel returns to rate cuts
Shekel gains sharply despite interest rate cut
The Iran war led to a 3.3% contraction in GDP (on an annualized basis) in the first quarter
Navigating global interest rates: Why comparing loans is a smart financial move
Bank of Israel unexpectedly cuts interest rate
According to the Research Division's estimate, GDP grew by 2.8% in 2025
US dollar slides after Fed cuts rates, as expected
The US dollar fell against other major currencies after the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates. The Fed will likely pause its easing cycle in January.
Bank of Israel quashes rate cut rumors
The interest rate has been 4.5% since it was cut from 4.75% in January 2024.
Bank of Israel keeps interest rates steady after Gaza conflict resumes
The central bank left its benchmark rate ILINR=ECI at 4.50%.
Israel sees the shekel decline, anticipates 4% interest rate
Israel’s economic landscape will be shaped by interest rate policy, inflation, and geopolitical stability in the coming months.
Freelancers ask central bank to cut interest rate, help businesses near bankruptcy
The forum emphasized that a rate cut could help mitigate some of the increased costs that freelancers and business owners are expected to face in 2025.
