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Africa's trade vision meets reality as customs, regulations collide - explainer

National customs systems, unfinished legal rules and incompatible payment networks still obstruct routine trade across the continent.

|BySTEVEN GANOT/THE MEDIA LINE
Profile of Hissan Siita Sofo the president of the AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation at a signing ceremony of a memorandum of understanding with the Sudanese community in Accra, Ghana, on April 15 2026.
Ethereum Is the Biggest Gainer.

A wild day in crypto: Bitcoin surges as market forces take over

Following weeks of stagnation and weakness, the crypto market rallied sharply, driven by US Treasury bond relief, regulatory tailwinds, and massive short-position liquidations.

|ByDOR OFFIR
Employment Service, archive.

From Haredi cities to the Sharon: Where was the sharpest spike in job seekers recorded?

A 24.4% surge in Haredi job seekers and summer teacher layoffs drove up July unemployment, alongside ongoing growth in higher socioeconomic clusters.

|ByAVICHAI CHAIM
Exploring the key financial skills households need to manage change, reduce financial pressure, and plan for the future.

Financial literacy in an uncertain economy: Skills households need to navigate change

As economic uncertainty grows, financial literacy can help households manage budgets, prepare for unexpected costs, and make more informed decisions about their financial future.

|ByIN COOPERATION WITH ACHIEVE

Your guide to finding foreclosure properties in 2026

Interested in buying a property below market value? Foreclosure offers are your top solution. Learn how to find reliable listings and close the deal.

MAY 14, 2026ByISAAC KAPLAN
“Foreclosures offer discounted homes with high opportunity and risk.”

Only 45% of Tel Aviv Stock Exchange companies made donations in 2025, study finds

According to ZOOOZ CEO Shlomi Turgeman, philanthropic donations made by Israel’s public companies totaled approximately NIS 800 million in 2025, representing only 10% of all charitable donations.

MAY 14, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
THE TEL AVIV Stock Exchange.

Israel pharmacy market “big bang”? Sapir Group enters with pharm plus as a game-changing player

Sapir Group enters Israel pharmacy market with pharm plus, promising broader shopping experience, professional variety and competitive prices. The key question is not just launch prices.

MAY 11, 2026ByDR. HEZI GUR MIZRAHI
Pharm Plus from the Sapir Group.

Toyota vs. the Chinese: Electric Crossover for NIS 180,000

The C-HR+ arrives in Israel with a base version and upgraded battery version for under NIS 200,000, offering over 600 km range - a level not seen before at this price point in the market.

MAY 9, 2026ByUDI ETZION/WALLA!
Two-tone color is offered only on the higher-end model.

What today’s jewelry buyers are seeking beyond beauty

MAY 7, 2026ByTAMI DEMSKY
“Today’s jewelry buyers value meaning, identity, and emotional connection more than beauty alone.”

U.S.–Iran tensions escalate despite ceasefire

MAY 7, 2026ByDAVID RABINOWICZ
Markets are closely watching the next moves in the U.S.-Iran conflict, as renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten global oil flows, inflation stability, and investor confidence.

A new food fair brings flavors from across the country to Dizengoff Center

Dizengoff Center is renewing itself with a food fair that will take you on a culinary journey across the Land of Israel.

MAY 6, 2026ByYAEL REIF
“Raising Up the Self-Employed” fair at the Dizengoff Center

How technology is transforming real-time casino experiences

Explore 2026 immersive gaming innovations with real-time streaming, interactive tables, and player-focused design for authentic casino experiences.

MAY 6, 2026ByHANNAH SCHWARTZ
Live dealer technology.

It’s all about timing! 2026 is a rare opportunity window for Tel Aviv real estate

MAY 5, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The INFINITY Project.

Why Competitor ad research matters before running paid ads

Competitor ad research helps brands understand what works in the market before spending on paid ads, from messaging and offers to landing page strategy.

MAY 4, 2026ByDAVID RABINOWICZ
“Competitor ad research shows what already works in the market, helping advertisers avoid wasted spend and build stronger, proven campaigns from the start.”