Israeli economy
Economy Ministry ends 'Israel's Basket' pilot due to upcoming elections
Economy Minister Nir Barkat decided not to extend the project due to the expected change in government, leaving the decision to the incoming administration.
Demand for food assistance surges 32% ahead of Rosh Hashanah
Strong shekel squeezes Israeli high-tech as AI reshapes the industry - opinion
After Iran’s missile strikes, Israeli team develops rapid AI building‑map tool
Tourism Ministry reveals plan for vaccinated incoming tourists
Tourism from overseas dropped by 81% in 2020 – and although a third of Israeli hotels remain closed, hundreds of thousands of Israelis depend on visitors from abroad for their livelihood.
Israeli Economist signs agreement to finance investments with Morocco
The two ministries agreed to establish a joint economic team and outline future agreements.
S&P affirms Israel’s AA-rating despite economic hit
"Israel is in a good position compared to other countries who are struggling [financially] with the coronavirus crisis."
Prices stay high as unemployment soars, fueling economic crisis - analysis
Israelis pay as if they live in a wealthy country, and receive average or below average goods and services.
Israel’s tale of two economies
The pandemic has highlighted economic, as well as demographic, differences in Israel
Israel slips to 26th spot in global economic competitiveness ranking
The Israeli economy impressed globally for its scientific infrastructure but scored particularly poorly in a comparison of prices and basic infrastructure.
The Anglo playing a key role in jump-starting Israel’s economy
“We haven’t seen a contraction on a yearly basis in the Israeli economy for an awful long time, this is a very rare event.”
What are the key challenges facing Israel's new finance minister?
Faced with an economy expected to enter recession, soaring unemployment and no government budget, it is difficult to imagine a harder welcome for Israel Katz.
Israel is moving toward greater economic freedom - analysis
How does this tiny nation in one of the world's toughest neighborhoods manage to be so innovative and entrepreneurial?
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the Israeli economy
Lockdowns mean skyrocketing unemployment and reduced GDP, leaving no household or business unscathed. Unemployment exceeded 20% for the first time this evening.
