Israel against the current
While the world talks about interest rate hikes, Israel returns to rate cuts
Banking & Finance
75 Years, $57 billion, one unbreakable bond
Israeli startups raise $8.6b. in first half of 2026 despite war, report finds
Bank Hapoalim caps dollar rate for Israelis’ summer travel
Your Taxes: OECD, G20 launch plan to expose untaxed real estate funds and income
A new OECD initiative aims to close real estate loopholes, exposing untaxed funds, rental income, and capital gains. This could affect anyone with global property investments.
Your Investments: Can you attain financial freedom in Israel?
As Israelis gear up for Independence day, it’s a great time to look at your own financial situation and make sure that you are on the road to financial independence as well.
S&P 500 closes at fresh record, recovering all losses since start of US-Iran war
The S&P settled at 7,022.95, up 0.8%, LSEG data showed, surpassing its previous closing high in January. It also hit a new intraday record of 7,026.24.
Dollar falls below three shekels for first time in over 30 years, annual inflation rate declines
Avraham Novogrocki, president of Israel’s Manufacturers’ Association, which represents some 1,500 firms and 400,000 workers, said the strong shekel posed a risk to the economy.
BHI extends $88m bridge loan for Midtown Manhattan tower acquisition
Bank Hapoalim’s US arm said the financing will support Idan Ofer’s real estate arm and Metro Loft in the acquisition and conversion of 845 Third Avenue into a 529-unit rental property.
Your Investments: Financial modesty
"When someone saves your life and gives you life, there’s gratitude, humility; there’s a time you’ve been so blessed you realize you’ve been given another chance at life..." - Pat Summerall
Your Taxes: The budget’s tax breaks
Olim already enjoy a 10-year Israeli tax holiday for foreign-source income and capital gains. Starting January 1, 2026, olim may also be exempt from Israeli tax on Israeli-source income.
Revised income tax brackets boost March salary
Income tax brackets in Israel are designed to tax those who earn more at a higher rate than those who earn less.
Your Taxes: You can't have your matzah and eat it, too
Israel's Supreme Court rules that if you enjoy employee share/share option tax breaks, you don’t receive others.
Leumi, Shestovitz take stakes in Profit Finance Group with NIS 670 million investment
Leumi Partners and Shestovitz Properties acquired NIS 670M in Profit Finance Group, which manages NIS 100B. Founders Elberg and Banai retain control after a massive valuation leap since 2021.
