Cost of living in israel
How much does August cost for a family with three children?
In a regular school month, child-related expenses reach about NIS 8,600; in August, they can climb to roughly NIS 17,300.
Israel jumps to second place globally in Big Mac Index
The index that reveals the truth about life in Israel
After supermarkets and mobile services: Rami Levy is entering a new and surprising field
Olive oil becomes the latest economic and agricultural casualty in the Israel-Hamas War
According to the Consumers’ Council, the price of olive oil in Israel jumped by 39% this year, more than any other food product.
Israeli municipal tax to jump by 5%, biggest rise in 17 years
Local municipalities can request an exception to the updated rate set by the Interior Ministry, meaning some could charge an even higher rate if they receive approval.
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Netanyahu, Smotrich blame each other for price hikes
"It is inconceivable that the concern for the PA and terror funds that it pays to families of terrorists will be more important than the citizens of Israel," Smotrich wrote.
Import reform set to cut cost of living bill drafted
The proposal's main goal is to adopt EU regulations in additional areas of food safety, including regulations regarding what information must be provided to consumers.
Israel's Knesset committee approves EU import reform
This move is expected to dramatically reduce the cost of living in Israel and create a structural change in the Israeli market.
Eggs too expensive? This presidential candidate ad says you should blame Israel
The advert suggested that the cost of living in America was so high because funds needed to be set aside for "killing Palestinians."
Price of electricity in Israel to rise 2.6% in February
As a result of the change, the average electricity bill will increase by about NIS 10 per month.
Israelis will have to spend more when shopping abroad
The Finance Ministry seeks to scrap VAT exemption on overseas purchases, for a potential increase of NIS 3 billion in revenue; Israeli retailers welcome the move, but what about the citizens?
Israel’s economy saw only 0.1% growth in August, worrying report says
Here's a closer look at the key factors influencing the Israeli economy as highlighted in August’s Index.
Israel's economy expanded by 3.1% in second quarter of 2023
Expenditure on public consumption rose by 3.8% in the second quarter, while defense consumption fell by 1.5%.
