Yehuda Sharoni

Yehuda Sharoni is an economics commentator for The Jerusalem Post 's Hebrew-language sister publication Maariv .

The Norman Hotel facade.

NIS 10,000 a night: Tel Aviv’s The Norman unveils ultra-luxury suite complex

First International Bank of Israel.

FIBI reports 12.6% drop in third-quarter net profit

Israel's Tax Authority prepares a NIS 10B reform.

Tax Authority prepares a NIS 10 Billion economic plan for the incoming government


Bazan's evacuation in doubt: Political shift may affect the plan to relocate the refineries

Evacuating Haifa Bay refineries faces doubt after the government change. Behind it: Close ties between Bazan Chairman Kaplinsky and Eizenkot, alongside ongoing controversy over the site's future.

Haifa Oil Refineries.

Beyond solar and wind: Israel promotes geothermal energy

The Energy Ministry is promoting a facility for generating electricity from underground heat in the Golan. This technology enables clean electricity, assisting with growing demand across Israel.

Energy Minister Eli Cohen.

Starts today – ends tomorrow: Google’s major shopping event kicks off

Google's ShoppingIL launches today, kicking off the shopping season. Meanwhile, a survey by the Histadrut reveals that nearly half of Israelis plan to forgo purchases due to the high cost of living.

Online shopping.

Major tech giants move in: ToHa 2 secures NIS 320M in new leases

ToHa 2 in Tel Aviv draws tech giants: WeWork and Salesforce signed leases worth NIS 320M, joining Google, which previously secured roughly 60,000 sqm of space in the building.

ToHa 2 Tower.

Post-election impact: Employers pause hiring amid uncertainty

An employment survey shows employer caution after election results: Hiring is delayed, job search times are growing, and another election could further deepen overall market uncertainty.

Recruitment.

Everyone expected a political shift, but the market got a surprise

Deadlock heightened uncertainty, strengthening the dollar and slowing stocks. An economic "New Deal" is urgent, because when the economy stalls, the average citizen pays big time.

Stock Exchange.

Aura enters senior living: Acquires Bayit Bakfar for NIS 1.7 Billion

Aura, controlled by Yaacov Atrakchi, acquires full control of Bayit Bakfar for NIS 1.7 billion in cash and equity. The deal includes 975 existing units and reserves to construct 884 additional units.

Yaacov Atrakchi.

Ferrari without secrets: The new design revealing what’s hidden inside

A collaboration between HP and Ferrari has brought a striking, unique livery to the Formula 1 grid ahead of the US Grand Prix, utilizing state-of-the-art digital printing technology.

HP company, archive.

Finance Ministry prepares plan to prevent increase in deficit, fund defense, for next government

Some of the measures were planned in cooperation with the Bank of Israel. The next government will be responsible for implementing the policy.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attends a press conference at the Finance Ministry in Jerusalem, July 1, 2026.

The Governor warns: 'Unrestrained defense budget will lead to an increase in deficit and inflation'

The interest rate remains unchanged; Prof. Yaron: No pressure was exerted; business sector criticizes the decision of the Governor, who does not rule out potential tax hikes for the upcoming budget.

Benjamin Netanyahu and Prof. Amir Yaron.