Economics

Israeli private equity firm David Group launches to invest in mature businesses

David Group, founded by Stella Cohen and chaired by former Goldman Sachs partner Raanan Agus, will focus on financial services, defense, industrials, and tech-enabled business services.

David Group founder Stella Cohen and Chairman Raanan Agus
Oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz, December 21, 2018.

US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China as part of Economic Fury

A Satellite image shows a likely oil spill covering dozens of square kilometers near Iran’s Kharg Island, earlier this month.

In double trouble: Iran’s oil crisis – opinion

Eritrea's President Isaias Afwerki and Ethiopia's Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed at inauguration ceremony of reopening Eritrean embassy in Addis Ababa, 2018

The Red Sea, Assab, and the possibility of a reimagined Horn of Africa - opinion


Gallant’s firing adds to Israel’s economic woes – analysis

As Israel’s debt grows, Gallant’s firing sends a troubling message to investors amid credit downgrades.

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant at the funeral of Colonel Ehsan Daxa in Daliyat al-Karmel, northern Israel, October 21, 2024

Are the US presidential election results a turning point for Israeli hi-tech? - opinion

After a two-year drought in IPOs, many Israeli startups are now on standby, poised for the anticipated reopening of the IPO window next year.

 REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL nominee and former US president Donald Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris take part in a presidential debate hosted by ABC in Philadelphia, last month. One half of the country will be happy and gloating, and the other half disappointed, sa

Finance Ministry officials to 'Post': Moody's rating drop was premature, a step too far

The downgrade dropped Israel by two notches, from A2 to Baa1—the country's lowest score ever—and maintained a negative outlook for its rating.

Bezalel Smotrich is seen pointing down in an illustrative featuring credit agency Moody's.

Palestinian Authority fails to meet minimum fiscal transparency - US State Dept

According to the report, the PA provided incomplete information on debt obligations, including for PA-owned businesses.

 Palestinian Authority head Mahmoud Abbas.

To achieve peace, Israel needs a Hamas bypass operation - opinion

Here’s our suggestion for consideration by all concerned.

 PALESTINIAN FISHERMEN stand next to a fishing net on the beach in Rafah in January.

Eve Young: Journalism's voice of the voiceless, shining spotlight on domestic affairs

Behind the Bylines: Stories of individuals struggling with economic crises, protesting, or facing injustices in domestic institutions need to be heard. Eve Young gives them a voice.

 Eve Young, Jerusalem Post domestic affairs and economics reporter.

Job loss for Israeli parents hurts children's academic performance - Finance min

A recent study showed that the sudden job loss of a parent can significantly impact the child's academic future and increase the probability of their involvement in crime.

 Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry

Israel announces new tax benefits for olim: What are they and how do they work? - opinion

To attract more individuals to migrate, the finance minister has introduced a new tax relief that lowers the purchase tax rates for residential property transactions involving new immigrants.

Olim from North America arrive on a special " Aliyah flight" to the Ben Gurion airport

Billions in dollar and euro notes reach Russia despite US sanctions - report

Despite US and EU restrictions and sanctions on Russia, the influx of foreign cash continues, mainly through countries like UAE and Turkey.

 People stand in line to use an ATM money machine in Saint Petersburg, Russia February 27, 2022.

Middle Eastern economies shaky amid uncertainty as Tehran’s counteroffensive looms

The ongoing conflict is a source of uncertainty for investors everywhere, with escalations between Israel and Hezbollah threatening to push the already moribund Lebanese economy over the edge.

 (Illustrative) Stock market employees work at Tehran's Stock Exchange, Iran, January 17, 2016.