Economy
Bigger fines are only part of Australia’s new consumer-protection push
Australia is strengthening consumer protections with higher fines, direct enforcement and proposed changes to how telecom companies sell and cancel services.
Iran economy faces 25% deeper contraction amid soaring inflation, major employment crisis
Finance Ministry prepares plan to prevent increase in deficit, fund defense, for next government
The economic impact of Israel’s expanding technology industry
Nearly one in three Israeli students considers leaving country as living costs soar - poll
A survey of 12,000 Israeli students reveals rising expenses, increased financial dependence on parents, struggles among reservists, and growing doubts about their futures.
Sanctions strangle Iranian economy as IRGC goes on high alert over civil unrest risks - analysis
According to assessments, the Iranian street is simmering, and the next boiling point, driven by American leverage, could arrive within months, though public reaction remains unpredictable.
Dollar-shekel exchange rate reaches NIS 3.1 for first time since April's strengthening round
The shekel reported a 1% rise during the last 24 hours, according to data by the Bank of Israel, reaching its highest point since April.
Israel-US commercial relations strengthen after 80 organizations sign MoU to improve bilateral ties
The new initiative followed a summit organized by the Michigan Israel Business Accelerator (MIBA) and aims to improve economic and commercial cooperation between Israel and the US.
Israel's economic future at risk as productivity falls behind G7 nations, report warns
Israel went from outperforming G7 economies to lagging behind them, as a new Shoresh report warns that education gaps, demographic shifts, and brain drain threaten its economic future.
Israeli universities need more funding to sustain scientific excellence - opinion
The human mind is the State of Israel’s most precious resource. Academia is where that resource is cultivated, challenged, and transformed into national strength.
Iran's stock market climbs despite US blockade, energy shortages, collapsing currency
The stock market rebound could mean two things: either investors believe Tehran and Washington will reach a peace deal soon, or they don’t have any other way to stop their savings from losing value.
How global markets are influencing Israel’s business environment
Analyze how 2026 global market fluctuations affect Israeli enterprises, from currency shifts to supply chain adjustments, prompting agile business strategies for sustained growth.
IATI Holds Annual Managing Partners Conference
The conference brought together managing partners from Israel’s leading venture capital funds and investment firms.
How global markets are influencing Israel’s business environment
Uncover how 2026 global market shifts reshape Israel's business landscape, from trade dynamics to investment flows, driving strategic adaptation and growth.
