Finance
Your Investments: Turning Rosh Hashanah reflection into financial action
The Jewish New Year reminds us to take stock of our actions. That same spirit of accountability can guide an annual review of our savings, spending, and investments.
Your Taxes: Israeli property flip ends with a costly VAT lesson
No. 11: Larry Fink: The Jewish power broker at the center of global finance
75 years of investing in Israel: A powerful statement with strong returns
The next generation of financial services will be built with AI, not replaced by it
At Phoenix Financial, we see AI as a thought partner that can expand human judgment, accelerate decisions and help employees create better outcomes across insurance, credit, investments and beyond
Record results for IAI, but its biggest client isn't paying for the Arrow
IAI's backlog hit $35B and profits jumped 47%, but a Ministry-Treasury dispute created a NIS 2.4B negative cash flow. Chairman Levy warns of debt.
Summer demand pushes prices up 0.3%, including rent, transportation costs, statistics bureau says
Transportation prices rose 1.4%, and culture and entertainment rose 1.1%, while footwear fell 4.6%, and fresh fruit and vegetable prices declined 3.5%.
Your Investments: Justice and successful finance are achieved through following the process
Whether it’s studying, our legal system, trying to perfect character traits or having a secure financial future, don’t get frustrated if you hit some bumps in the road.
Leumi posts record Q2 profit of NIS 2.83 billion
Leumi was the only Israeli bank to boost half-year profits in 2026, reaching NIS 5.18 billion; FIBI board decides to merge computing unit MATAF amid labor dispute.
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.
NIS 25.4 billion deposited in Savings for Every Child - but parental involvement is lacking
A NII report reveals: 84% of active savings are currently managed in provident funds. However, only about 63% of parents choose to double the monthly savings from the child allowance.
War profits: El Al doubles profit and Bezeq jumps 38%
Despite war and a weak dollar, El Al doubled profit to $132m with a $1.4b order backlog. Bezeq profit jumped 38% and will distribute NIS 515m.
Bank Hapoalim to open free financial education complex for children at Tel Aviv Port
The temporary “Junior City” complex will let children ages 5-13 earn simulated salaries, shop with a budget, and learn about financial decision-making through games and activities.
Your Investments: Giving should be part of your financial plan, not an afterthought
Many people want to give more but never budget for it. Treating tzedakah as a fixed expense can turn good intentions into lasting generosity and better financial habits.
