Israel economy

Ashdod Port launches international tender for double-jib cranes

The procurement is part of a NIS 300 million strategic infrastructure development and efficiency plan, continuing the port's equipment modernization program.

"We continue to make strategic investments in Ashdod Port as part of our commitment to advanced equipment and future-ready infrastructure."
monday.com's co-CEOs, Roy Mann and Eran Zinman

After firing 600 workers monday.com CEOs seek double pay

Nir Barkat in a video of the Carrefour chain

US import reform approved in Knesset

 An NVIDIA logo appears in this illustration taken August 25, 2025.

Nvidia inaugurates expanded Beersheba R&D center


Critical failures in reforms, food security, real estate data systems, state comptroller warns

Israel’s State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warned Tuesday that government reforms and data systems in key ministries are failing, leaving the economy vulnerable.

Israeli State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman attends a State Control Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on May 12, 2025.

Netanyahu: Israel's economy is very strong, still needs to build 'independent arms industry'

He compared the situation Israel is in to ancient Greece by saying, “We are Athens and Sparta, or perhaps Super-Sparta. We have no choice.”

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Israel's economy at a press conference, September 16, 2025.

Qatar leading efforts to impose blockade on Israel, Netanyahu tells 'Post'

PM: Israel must prepare for 'new economic reality,' strengthen independent arms industries to ensure self-reliance • 'We are Athens and Sparta, or perhaps Super-Sparta'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio give a press statement after their meeting at the Prime Minister Office in Jerusalem, on September 15, 2025.

Israel's fiscal deficit falls again

The deficit in August was NIS 9.5 billion, an improvement on August 2024, when the monthly deficit was NIS 12.2 billion.

 Global Silver Demand Set to Reach New Record High in 2024 Amid Persistent Supply Deficit

How much will Gaza occupation cost Israel? Expert weighs in

Professor Elise Brezis estimates Gaza's annual food supply costs at 3.4 billion shekels, highlighting the challenges of feeding its 2 million residents if Israel assumes control.

Hamas terrorists carrying clubs and firearms secure humanitarian aid trucks in the northern Gaza area of Jabaliya on June 25, 2025.

Trump's higher tariff rates hit goods from major US trading partners, incl. Israel

Trump's July 31 tariff order imposed duties above 10% on 67 trading partners, while the rate was kept at 10% for those not listed.

 US PRESIDENT Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs at the White House last week. Because Trump is so hard to characterize neatly, we should think twice before jumping to conclusions as to where his tariff policies are headed, says the writer.

Dollar slump, deep discounts fuel new boom in Israelis’ overseas online shopping

Volumes are climbing not only in sheer numbers but in size and value: Flat-pack furniture, garden equipment, home appliances, and large toys are replacing the traditional flow of small accessories.

Israel Post vice‑president for commerce , Eran Kristal.

Israel's economy must function amid Iran attacks, chairman of umbrella business org says

 “The Israeli economy has been operating for nearly two years in a state of war and has gained significant experience in handling emergency situations."

 A road in Tel Aviv, June 14, 2025.

The Resilience of Israel’s Economy - Opinion

Israel's ability to withstand times of crisis stems from the highly talented individuals who invest immense effort in maintaining a strong economy

Illustration of Israeli shekels. September 24, 2023.

Co-CEO of Hamilton Lane: ‘It’s money time for private markets’

Juan Delgado says private market investing firms are positioned for even greater success – and Israel is one of the company’s key markets

 JUAN DELGADO, co-CEO, Hamilton Lane: Data-centric approach, market-leading database.