Economy

Avner Stepak, one of the owners of the Meitav investment house: "The loans to large developers and contractors - many of them, unfortunately, will not survive this crisis."

Lahav LR, controlled by businessman Avi Levy, has signed an agreement to acquire 8 commercial properties in Germany. The assets are fully leased to a leading retail chain, with the deal reflecting a yield of approximately 7.75%.

The leaders of Israel's urban renewal market have been revealed. Despite criticism from the State Comptroller, the sector is growing, with Aura and Azorim maintaining their positions as the largest developers in the 'pinui-binui' segment.

Single-family home prices are holding their value, as reflected in the latest market data. How much does a private house cost in major cities, what is the situation in Tel Aviv, and what factors are driving these prices?

Two projects with a total investment of about 14 billion dollars aim to turn the UAE capital into a hub for the world's highest concentration of centenarians. How much does it cost to live there, and what similar complexes already exist? Introducing our new section: Longevity Science.

The largest real estate deal in Kiryat Shmona since the start of the war: Bank Leumi sold the building that was hit by a missile. Chef Israel Aharoni revealed a new restaurant is on the way, Arkia will continue to fly Hapoel Tel Aviv, and the Femina group is entering the home fashion field.

Market conditions have made variable-rate loans taken during the zero-interest era significantly more expensive than current bank offerings. A proper diagnosis of your mortgage portfolio, willingness to pursue partial refinancing, and discarding myths about 'already paid interest' can save a fortune. Here is how to determine when refinancing is truly recommended.

Just a week after becoming a stakeholder in Ofer Nimrodi's Hachsharat HaYishuv, Morris Vilner has purchased an additional 10 million shekels in shares, continuing to expand his real estate portfolio despite current market stagnation.

In the first half of 2026, the number of land tenders published by the ILA dropped by 63% year-on-year. Data shows that 44.4% of tenders ended without a winner.

The development and construction company S. Baruch, owned by Arik Baruch and managed by his wife, has completed the institutional stage of a bond issuance, raising 58 million shekels with demand totaling 100 million shekels.

Who dominates the urban renewal market? The new Duns 100 ranking by Dun & Bradstreet identifies the leading Israeli development companies in the 'pinui-binui' sector for 2026.

The income-producing real estate company saw an increase in rent and management fees during the second quarter of 2026. Ahead of the project's completion, Gav-Yam has revalued its 50% stake in the ToHa2 tower at 1.9 billion shekels.

Gav-Yam released its Q2 2026 financial results, reporting an NOI of 208 million shekels and a 97% occupancy rate. CEO Natalie Mishan-Zakai highlighted the company's resilience in a challenging market and its progress toward three-year growth targets.

A day after the approval of a new compensation policy for the controlling shareholder, Yigal Dimri purchased Y.H. Dimri shares worth approximately 620,000 shekels, further increasing his holdings.

A Jerusalem apartment owner refused to sign an urban renewal agreement, claiming the developer's profit exceeded the threshold set by Standard 21.1. The court clarified that the standard establishes a minimum profitability floor to ensure project viability, not a maximum ceiling. Analysis by urban renewal expert, Advocate Dan Helpert.

The cancellation of Fiverr's 4,500-square-meter lease at the Wix campus reflects the broader crisis in Israeli high-tech. Faced with revenue pressures, the AI revolution, and widespread layoffs, companies are prioritizing lean operations over office expansion.

The National Infrastructure Committee has approved a plan to increase the capacity of the Morasha wastewater treatment plant to 80,000 cubic meters per day. This move will remove a major barrier in the heart of a high-demand area, enable the realization of mega-projects like "TAAS HaSharon," and ensure efficient land use.

The Ministry of Environmental Protection is demanding that the Tel Aviv Municipality stop work at Sde Dov, fearing a health risk due to the presence of pollutants. Alongside the exchange of accusations between the bodies, experts warn of regulatory chaos, while new buyers are demanding to include clauses for quick release from the contract due to pollution.

The undistributed profits reform, which generated 15–20 billion shekels in revenue, is facing scrutiny due to market distortions in the income-producing real estate sector. The Tax Authority is considering targeted adjustments as part of the upcoming Economic Arrangements Law.

"How much do you pay for rent?" has become a viral trend sweeping through millions of social media viewers. Inbar Tal, the woman behind the phenomenon, joins the studio to explain how she convinced strangers to open their doors to her.

Affordable prices, financing options, and tax benefits make Greece a promising destination for Israeli investors. A close look at the real estate market in the "country of islands."

The Ministry of Construction and Housing is establishing an inter-ministerial team to examine mortgage assistance criteria, potentially reviving the issue after the Ministry of Finance's previous opposition. The move, supported by Minister Haim Katz, aims to address the housing crisis, with proposals including a mechanism to replace equity requirements with proven repayment ability.

Ili Bar, co-CEO of the urban renewal company Eco City, explains why, despite the slowdown in the residential sector, deals are still happening, including in Tel Aviv; he discusses a 200 million shekel investment by Menora Mivtachim and warns: "Fewer projects are getting underway today, and this will come back to us like a boomerang."

Shevi Shamir, Deputy CEO and Head of the Retail Division at Mizrahi Tefahot Bank, addressed the housing market situation: "The high volume of mortgages today does not stem from a recovery in the housing market."

Following a year-long delay due to war-related funding challenges, the financial closing for the 'Nofit' light rail project has been finalized. The 41 km line will connect Haifa, Nof HaGalil, and Nazareth, serving an estimated 100,000 passengers daily.

Promises are one thing, reality is another: an investigation reveals that construction tenders in the first half of 2026 are at their lowest point, despite official assurances of an increased housing supply. We examine why this is happening and its connection to the power struggle for the ILA director position.

New data show that business credit jumped by 15% year-on-year, the highest rate since 2010, driven largely by banks. This trend is primarily due to the real estate sector, which requires significant funding to stay afloat amid a sales slowdown. Experts warn of rising financial risks.

The objections investigator for the "Nof Yarkon" plan resigned due to a conflict of interest, as he had professional ties with an appraiser who submitted an opinion on the project. This is expected to further delay the 9,000-unit housing project, which has been in the works for three decades.

A rapid urban renewal plan for Ahuza Street in Ra'anana will increase density by hundreds of percent. This is just one of 100 projects being promoted around the Gush Dan metro, set to add 300,000 new apartments.

Two partners held land in Ramat Gan in equal shares for years, with one partner building a private house on the plot. Following a demolition order, a dispute arose over the allocation of additional building rights.

The owner of Y.H. Damri explains why he bought apartments for himself and his children in Sde Dov and denied it was done to boost sales: "Sde Dov is going to be one of the best neighborhoods in the country. We have done over 41 deals. Not the pace we expected, but I am not worried."

Following advanced negotiations to lease approximately 4,500 square meters at the Wix campus in Glilot, the deal has been canceled. Fiverr, whose current lease in Tel Aviv is nearing expiration, had been seeking larger office space, but its future plans remain uncertain.

A CBS survey indicates a sharp decline in the share of households planning to purchase an apartment – from 8% to 3.6%. According to the director of the housing indices department at the bureau, the data reflects a slowdown in the market.

Yinon Magal shared a marketing video with his followers detailing changes he made to his mortgage: "They cut my mortgage almost in half."

Even the world's wealthiest are not immune to economic shifts. A new report by Julius Baer reveals the rising costs of a luxury lifestyle and how global elites are adapting their financial habits.

Big has completed the sale of its 80% stake in the Legends at Sparks Marina shopping center in Nevada for $82 million. Following this transaction, the company retains only one remaining property in the US, which it also intends to divest.

A resurgence in the housing credit market: Bank of Israel data reveals the distribution of financing rates and the risk levels taken on by borrowers. Additionally, the data highlights how many Israelis are allocating up to 40% of their monthly income to mortgage payments.

The 'Eretz Nehederet' star has been chosen to front the 'Big Apartment Tender' campaign for the Prashkovsky Group. The campaign, backed by an investment of approximately 15 million shekels, encourages the public to set their own apartment prices.

The income-producing real estate company plans a full exit from operations in the USA. It is selling the asset in Nevada at a price higher than the book value and plans to sell the last asset in Pennsylvania. In addition, the company also sold its holdings in the subsidiaries in France.

Mega Or has purchased a 15.6-dunam plot from Schnapp's subsidiary, Keslev, for 95 million shekels. The acquisition will expand the company's planned large-scale data center campus in Hadera.