Vulnerable Israelis Overcharged in Property Taxes, State Report Finds
Israel's State Comptroller reveals a report finding vulnerable Israelis overcharged municipal property taxes. Two in five complaints were justified.
Economy
Israel Completes $6 Billion Public Offering, Returns to Pre-War Spread Levels
Israel successfully completed a $6 billion public bond offering, attracting $36 billion in demand and returning to pre-war spread levels, reflecting strong.
Shekel Exchange Rates End of Day Thursday, May 7, 2026
The Bank of Israel released Thursday, May 7, 2026, end-of-day shekel exchange rates, with the US dollar and Australian dollar seeing notable gains.
April Sees 78% Decrease in Foreign Visitors to Israel
Foreign visitor arrivals to Israel plunged 78% in April 2026 to 36,900, down from 166,900 in 2025, largely due to the war with Iran.
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange TASE Recap May 6, 2026
On May 6, 2026, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) reported mixed index performance, with TA-35 down 0.44% and TA-90 up 0.94%.
US Dollar Hits New 32-Plus-Year Low Against the Shekel
The US Dollar hit a 32-year low against the Israeli Shekel on May 6, 2026, influenced by President Trump's announcement on Iran negotiations.
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange TASE Recap May 5, 2026
On May 5, 2026, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) saw most indices rise, with the TA-90 index gaining 2.28% amid NIS 4.67 million in equity turnover.
Shekel Exchange Rates End of Day Tuesday, May 5, 2026
On May 5, 2026, the Bank of Israel announced end-of-day exchange rates, with major currencies like the US Dollar and Euro seeing slight depreciation against the.
1.3% Increase in Credit Card Purchases
Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reported a 1.3% increase in credit card purchases by private consumers from January-March 2026.
Israels Exports of Services Down 3.3%
Israel's service exports, excluding startups, saw a 3.3% decrease in February 2026, amounting to approximately $7.9 billion.
Israel Sees Slight Drop in Total Employment Rate
Israel's March 2026 labor force survey reveals a slight dip in the employment rate to 60.2%, alongside an increase in individuals temporarily absent from work.
Shekels Value Increases Sharply Against Major Currencies in First Quarter 2026
The Bank of Israel reported that, in the first quarter of 2026, the Shekel strengthened by approximately 0.8% vis-à-vis the US dollar and ...
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