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
Strauss Group's rocky road back: A look into the future of Strauss
Investors can hope that Strauss Group’s bad luck will pass soon, and that coffee prices will revert to where they were in the previous decade, which would boost Strauss’s operating margin to 11%
Bank Hapoalim cautions against overoptimism in economic recovery
Following last week's release of positive economic indicators, Bank Hapoalim has issued a cautionary note to investors and policymakers.
Haredi men make noticeable waves in the workforce
As the haredi community navigates new challenges and opportunities, its incremental engagement in both workforce participation and military service is becoming evident.
Israel's Mobileye's two-fold profit jump serves silver lining for investors
The company, which counts Volkswagen and Porsche among its customers, also reported operating income of $73 million in the fourth quarter, up from $24 million a year earlier.
Economic recovery faces challenges as labor demand slows
According to manpower survey data from December, the "broad" unemployment rate decreased from around 10% in November to approximately 7.5% in December.
Israel’s cell-based coffee: Sustainable solution to brewing industry challenges?
Due to climate change, within the next two decades, there is an expected 50% reduction in areas suitable for growing coffee.
Comptroller's report on cost of living unveils critical issues in Israel's economy
As the government formulates the 2024 budget, it must evaluate the war's impact on living costs and address the deficiencies highlighted in the report.
Survival or layoffs: What's at stake for Israel's businesses in 2024
Israeli businesses navigated through a challenging year marked by a slowdown in the tech sector, political unrest, and an unexpected war with Hamas.
Cust2Mate’s new deal to bring 20,000 Israeli smart carts to Southeast Asia by 2025
These carts offer features such as decision-making support, access to shopping lists and messages, diverse payment methods, and a large screen.
Resilience is the only way to win, and thrive - opinion
Israel, including the Israeli economy, is resilient. This is especially true for the country’s advanced technology sector, which mainly serves markets abroad and keeps on going no matter what.