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Fitch holds Israel's credit rating at 'A', but debt and war cloud outlook

The US-Israeli strikes on Iran have added to concerns over Israel's deficit, with Fitch noting that Israel's "fractious domestic politics" could hinder fiscal consolidation.

The Fitch Ratings building is seen in New York
Israeli banknotes come from countries in the world that use Forex or financial financials.

The strength of the shekel

Gavel [Illustrative]

Your Taxes: Good news for Israelis with foreign rental income

THE TEL AVIV Stock Exchange.

Tel Aviv stock market bucks global trends, betting on Israel’s future stability


Israel's 2024 deficit to reach 8% even without full-scale war in North - Taub Center

The excess devaluation of the Shekel is still rising, according to the report, and stands at around 25% of what would have been expected before the announcement of the judicial reform.

  New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins are seen in this picture illustration taken November 9, 2021.

Israeli leaders kick off 2025 budget talks as war costs push up 2024 deficit

Netanyahu and economic officials discuss Israel's 2025 budget amid fiscal challenges from ongoing conflict, aiming for parliamentary approval by year-end amidst rising deficit concerns.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pauses during a press conference amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, July 13, 2024.

UBS: Average wealth in Israel rose in 2023

It has been a very good period for wealth in Israel: the average wealth in shekels increased by 142%, and the median by no less than 220%.

  New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins are seen in this picture illustration taken November 9, 2021.

Bank of Israel waiting for digital Euro ahead of digital Shekel launch

The Bank of Israel plans to improve its payment system with a digital shekel, but it is waiting for other advanced economies to launch digital currencies.

An illustration of Israeli cryptocurrency

Transportation prices spike before agreed date, surprising Israeli users

Israeli media reported that price hikes include an increase of 5% for the purchase of monthly passes.

 A BUS STOPS outside the Central Bus Station in Jerusalem.

Northern escalation to impact Israel's economy - Bank of America

Much of the report's analysis of the situation in Israel focused on comparing the outlook for Israel's economy if the situation in Israel's north escalates to if it does not.

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of a downwards-trending graph (illustration)

Police uncover Rami Levy scandal: Cashiers steal approximately half a million in cash and products

Police in Zichron Yaakov investigated theft by "Rami Levy" cashiers, uncovering a systematic scheme. Over 50 indictments were filed for thefts worth half a million shekels.

 SHOPPERS AT A Rami Levy supermarket in Modi’in last week. Will prices be a priority for voters in November?

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange to align trading week with global bourses

The announcement comes as shares have recovered from the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel that pushed the broad Tel Aviv 125 index.

View of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. November 29, 2020.

Israeli woman wins NIS 16 million in lottery, to dedicate Torah scroll to parents

"I was very surprised I won. The form was in my bag for over a week. I had no clue all that time," the winner explained.

 An Illustration of Mega Millions lottery tickets on August 9, 2023.

Your taxes: Paying tax on bitcoin and other virtual currency profits

The Israeli Tax Authority has developed a new procedure for the good guys to pay tax on their virtual currency gains.

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