Israel economy
Dollar-shekel exchange rate reaches NIS 3.1 for first time since April's strengthening round
The shekel reported a 1% rise during the last 24 hours, according to data by the Bank of Israel, reaching its highest point since April.
After the year of resilience: Israeli tech’s soul-searching
75 years of investing in Israel: Women driving a legacy of impact
Bridging the gap: How Tech-Career is opening hi-tech's doors to Ethiopian-Israelis
Can Israel rebuild faster? The financial roadmap to recovery - opinion
Post-war recovery requires more than emergency relief; It demands innovative financial solutions that can accelerate rebuilding while creating sustainable economic growth.
Mothers face harm to mental health, employment, finances amid Israel-Hamas War - WIZO poll
The poll also found evidence suggesting significant gaps between the needs of the mothers and existing resources.
Editor's Notes: Israel should listen to Musk and create a DOGE of its own
We are the State of the Start-Up Nation and need to act like it. Will that be easy? No. But if there’s any country in the world that can make chaos work efficiently, it is Israel.
Gaza ceasefire with Hamas, if durable, could reduce risk to Israel's economy - Moody's
"Domestic political challenges and security concerns are some hurdles for Israel that may impede further progress," the agency said.
Start-Up Nation Central: Israeli startups raised $12.2b in 2024
Israeli cybersecurity companies, which account for 7% of all tech companies in Israel, raised $3.8 billion last year — about a third (36%) of total investments in the tech sector.
Israel economy: A rebound in farming could lead to a decrease in food prices
While key sectors show resilience, economists warn of lasting challenges due to poverty and defense spending
Israeli high-tech sector concludes 2024 with 38% growth in capital raising
Preliminary data from LeumiTech and IVC’s high-tech report reveals that despite the challenges of 2024, the high-tech sector managed to secure its role as the growth engine of the Israeli economy.
Failure to draft ultra-Orthodox cost economy NIS 8.5 billion - study
These estimates were based on publicly available information and BDO estimates, and the calculation was based on conservative assumptions.
Why Israel’s stock market is ignoring economic forecasts
“We’re seeing the market repeating the way it has been in the past in previous security events," Kahanovitz said with optimism.
How will Israel's new 2025 tax reforms enhance venture capital? - opinion
These proposed reforms represent a strategic effort to reinforce Israel's position as a global innovation and investment destination.