Economy

Shikun & Binui Chairman Nati Saidoff has sold 4% of the company's shares to institutional investors for 450 million shekels. Following the discounted sale, the stock price fell by 4.1%.

The management crisis at Ofer Yanai's Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club has reached a new peak following the rapid departure of CEO Oren Hasson. This latest upheaval comes as the team struggles with a sharp decline in season ticket sales.

American software giant ServiceNow has completed the acquisition of the Israeli startup Sweep. According to information received, the deal is valued at $400 million.

The bank completed a massive move in international markets that drew billions in demand, with a rating higher than that of the state and at a lower interest rate compared to government bonds.

Automotive giant Colmobil announces a strategic move, launching a dedicated service that offers businesses a flexible solution for work vehicle rentals without long-term commitments.

Max Stock has signed a lease agreement for a new 45,000-square-meter logistics center in Ofakim with GT Holdings, a company co-owned by its CEO, Ori Max. The project, expected to be completed in 2028, involves an investment of approximately 20 million shekels.

The Sofrin Group, Weiss, and Orcom Real Estate are selling approximately 4,657 sqm of office space and 49 parking spots in Jerusalem. Following the sale, nearly 69% of the office space in the project will be occupied.

LivePerson shareholders have voted to approve the acquisition by SoundHound AI. The deal, aimed at strengthening the company's position in the Conversational AI market, is expected to close by September 4, 2026.

Amid a trend of dramatic expansion in Israel, Max Stock is leasing approximately 45,000 square meters in a logistics center being built by GT Real Estate in Ofakim for a 20-year term.

Businessman David Galperin and investment manager Emil Goldfarb are launching the hedge fund Centenario Capital. The fund is starting with $20 million in investment commitments.

Two businessmen from Thailand are suing the cryptocurrency issuer, claiming it froze their funds without a court order. The company clarifies: "A baseless attempt to interfere with the fight against crime"

The infrastructure company is in advanced negotiations to acquire an active power plant and a storage project in the USA. The assets are expected to generate an annual EBITDA of up to $33 million. At the same time, it is in talks to receive credit from an Israeli bank.

NewMed Energy, the energy partnership owned by the billionaire, has received exceptional trust from institutional entities in Israel and will issue a new series of long-term bonds that will support the development of the second phase of its flagship project.

With the submission of the Finance Ministry's arbitration committee recommendations, most headlines focused on the bad news for pensioners. However, an in-depth analysis of the numbers and data reveals a much more complex picture. When will the changes take effect, what is the "tax trap" that will be abolished, and what are the three positive pieces of news that no one is talking about?

After decades of zero interest rates, a dramatic change in the Japanese bond market is causing investors to repatriate billions of dollars. This shift could lead to higher mortgage and credit costs in the West.

Concert ticket prices in Israel have risen by an average of about 8% over the past year. Despite an 18% drop in search volume due to rounds of fighting, audiences returned quickly to venues when events were held.

The Ofer Bilu Center shopping complex is launching a huge pop-up store for the ING chain, which will offer desirable international sports brands at unprecedented outlet prices. All the details on the brands and prices.

International payment giant PayPal is cutting approximately 70 out of 300 staff members at its Israeli R&D center. The move is part of a global efficiency plan aimed at saving $1.5 billion annually.

Get Fresh Estonia has encountered a severe financial crisis and filed for insolvency. CEO Andero Keronen admitted: "We realized that our situation is worse than we thought."

The corporation presents upcoming original productions and reveals a dramatic international collaboration that will bring the biggest hits of the Israeli screen to millions of viewers around the world.

Ahead of the swimming season and the school year, the popular retail chain is cutting prices and offering a variety of items for babies and children at bargain prices, but recommends that consumers check stock at their local branch.

Ari Nadlan, controlled by Tzahi Abu, is acquiring 65% of Tana Commercial Centers for 38.4 million shekels, a sum that includes the repayment of owner loans.

The dollar is strengthening in the local market, rising by 0.3% to trade at 3.03 shekels, contrary to the global trend of the American currency. Investors are awaiting the upcoming US employment report.

In the motion to certify the lawsuit against the company, it was claimed that it prevents customers who purchased subscriptions for gas cylinders from utilizing their balance towards the end of the subscription period. The company claimed that customers are free to use the entire quantity. The court approved a settlement agreement reached between the parties, according to which SodaStream will...

A Chinese couple who paid in advance for a premium wedding catering package discovered after the event that they had received a cheaper menu due to staff error. The court ruled this a breach of contract and ordered the hotel to provide compensation.

After a months-long investigation, the NBA has severely punished the Los Angeles Clippers for violating salary cap rules in the Kawhi Leonard affair: the team was fined $30 million, owner Steve Ballmer was suspended for a year, and the player himself was also fined.

If you are a combat soldier, you will likely be able to win land in the south at an attractive price with relatively low development costs. The big question: which reservists can win the land?

Aya New York revealed in its Q2 2026 financial statements that it had pledged future income from assets already serving as collateral for its bondholders.

Following a 100% jump in the stock since the beginning of the year, investors developed impossible expectations for Palo Alto. The world's largest cybersecurity company published excellent financial reports.

The shipping sector is attracting long-term investors against the backdrop of the crisis in the Middle East, which is raising the potential for high returns on vessel prices and shipping rates.

Israel's 2026 revenues are deceptive. Despite strong tax collection, Tax Authority Director Shay Aharonovich warns of significant fiscal challenges ahead in 2027–2028.

In August 2026, the volume of assets in overseas stock funds reached parity with Israeli funds, totaling 167 billion shekels in each category, marking a significant shift in investor preferences.

The state will provide direct support to the dairy sector for the first time to lower prices for goat and sheep cheeses. The agreement between the Ministry of Finance and farmers includes 24 million NIS in annual subsidies.

The Ministry of Finance's wage report reveals dramatic gaps between doctors: about 104.7 thousand shekels per month in the top decile, compared to about 17.3 thousand in the bottom decile. About a quarter of medical specialists are approaching retirement age.

How did a condom durability test become an addictive ASMR trend? A glimpse into the laboratories of the Standards Institution of Israel, where the most sensitive consumer products are tested.

The extensive pizza test by i24NEWS revealed a price gap of tens of shekels between chains in Israel, sparking a studio debate following harsh criticism from a well-known commentator regarding budget pizzas.

The major food chain has partnered with a non-profit organization to open a store in Rehovot for families in need, offering products at significantly discounted prices.

The chain is launching a multi-purpose home appliance that prepares a variety of frozen desserts in just half an hour, without the need for pre-freezing and at a price that makes visiting an ice cream parlor unnecessary.

The Dutch Central Bank has completed the transfer of 86 tons of gold from the US and Canada to London amid rising geopolitical instability. The move aims to improve asset liquidity and strengthen the country's economic resilience.

Trading in New York closed with slight gains, bringing some relief to investors, as one tech giant presented record reports thanks to demand for artificial intelligence, while another well-known company crashed.