Economy

Generation Z is entering financial markets earlier than previous generations, using mobile apps and social media for guidance despite encountering online misinformation and risks.

A Haifa labor court dismissed a 90-year-old ex-worker's 465,000 NIS lawsuit against a produce company, awarding him only 9,000 NIS after finding his work-hour claims unreliable.

Jerusalem Magistrate's Court rules on a penthouse rooftop dispute, affirming ownership while issuing a permanent injunction against operating a commercial event hall.

When employees absorb the workload of departing colleagues without extra pay, understanding legal rights regarding overtime, managerial duties, and contract changes is crucial.

Investors are heavily buying credit default swaps to hedge against a potential AI market bubble, pushing trading volumes and protection costs to record highs amid massive tech sector borrowing.

A new Globes and Hilan analysis reveals that remote work has become a permanent standard in Israel, driven by family needs, generational habits, and national resilience during emergencies.

The National Insurance Institute clarifies rules for work-related commuting accidents, detailing eligibility for injury benefits, medical care, and disability pensions.

Foreign and El Al airlines petitioned the Supreme Court to be exempt from passenger compensation for flights canceled during the 40-day airspace closure of the "Roar of the Lion" operation.

A Latet report reveals heavy economic and professional tolls on IDF reservists, with 32.5% facing financial decline and 70.2% delaying career and education goals.

Israeli investors are gaining access to a unique alternative asset: aging Scottish whisky casks. Offered by Ogen Tshua - Whisky Trade with HMRC oversight and British insurance, the niche promises potential gross annual returns of 15%-20% over long holding periods.

Israel's Ministry of Labor proposes a one-year delay until October 2027 for enforcing safety resource specifications in pre-existing construction contracts, sparking debate among industry groups and labor advocates.

Seoul Stock Exchange plunges nearly 40% from its June peak as AI chipmakers slump and AI infrastructure firm Elice suffers a disastrous 32% debut on its first trading day.

Over 300,000 students in Israel face the new academic year with the help of numerous grants. Utilizing data from Milgapo, here are the top 10 prominent scholarships ranging from veteran support to STEM funding.

Kolmobil and Timnat won a tender to build a 9.2-megawatt solar and storage facility over Kibbutz Hatzor's reservoir. The 70 million shekel project targets late 2028 operation.

Julius Baer forecasts a medium-to-long-term decline for the resilient US dollar as temporary cyclical drivers fade, targeting 1.15 EUR/USD in three months.

Google's $32 billion acquisition of Wiz sparks major tax debates in Israel over intellectual property rights, with potential revenues reaching NIS 11 billion.

Swiss stocks surged 5.6% in early Q4, outperforming European and US markets due to a defensive sector composition heavily weighted in healthcare and consumer goods.

International pharmaceutical giant BeOne establishes an Israeli branch. Meanwhile, a new study links nighttime eating to liver disease, and biotech firm Nano24 reports clinical trial success.

High-tech training institution SVCollege has announced it does not oppose a liquidation request, citing severe financial distress, unpaid wages, and mounting debts to suppliers and students.

BlackRock has filed a prospectus with the SEC for a new iShares Bitcoin Managed Protection ETF (PBIT), offering investors partial downside protection through options.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has called for a nearly 100% inheritance tax on large estates and a national wealth tax, warning that economic inequality threatens society.

Third Eye Systems signed strategic MOUs with US defense-tech firm Aelyon for advanced autonomous systems, sending its shares up 14% on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary warned that European flight prices will rise by up to 20% over the coming year due to Middle East conflict driving up jet fuel costs.

Ahead of the October 27, 2026 elections, Bird scooter company offers voters two free rides with promo code VOTE_IL to ease election day traffic and parking congestion.

Gitam advertising group has acquired full ownership of digital marketing and technology firm Maven. The strategic acquisition aims to expand Gitam's digital, AI, and data-driven capabilities, with Maven's founders joining senior management.

Israel issues its first underground metro station construction permit for the Ariel Sharon Park station, marking a transition to execution for the 65 billion NIS M3 line.

Stripe is searching for a general manager in Israel with a salary range of 1.22M to 1.84M shekels, signaling major expansion plans for the payments giant.

A new survey reveals that 59% of young Israelis are considering leaving their jobs, prioritizing work-life balance and social impact over high salaries.

One Zero Digital Bank filed an urgent complaint with the Israel Competition Authority, accusing major traditional lenders like Bank Leumi of predatory retention tactics and anti-competitive practices to block customer migration.

Former Intel construction manager Kobi Bor has been appointed to lead Nvidia's massive Orion development project in Kiryat Tiv'on, slated to house up to 10,000 workers.

A review of Israel's foreign worker quotas highlights the balance between protecting the local labor market and addressing critical workforce shortages in construction and industry.

Entrepreneur Marco Luzzato sued McDonald's Israel franchise Alonyal for 3 million shekels over alleged patent and copyright infringement regarding digital nutritional monitoring technologies.

SpaceX and Tesla are set to report Q3 earnings amid merger rumors and heavy AI investments. Investors will scrutinize financial health, cash flow, and growth strategies.

Israel's housing market in August 2026 hit a 24-year low with 7,532 transactions, driven by a 27% collapse in home upgraders despite a surge in first-time buyers.

Government offices have returned to Haifa's Sail Tower after a year-long evacuation caused by an Iranian missile blast, alongside a 100 million NIS upgrade and a 16-year lease extension.

Amazon shares jumped nearly 5% on Wall Street after Morgan Stanley named the tech giant a top pick and raised its price target, fueled by strong AI growth forecasts for AWS.

Elbit Systems announced the acquisition of Canadian underwater robotics firm ISE International Submarine Engineering, expanding its global maritime and autonomous capabilities.

Shafir Engineering signed a binding agreement to sell its natural gas distribution companies to Allied Group for 230 million NIS, expecting a profit up to 100 million NIS.

Bankrupt US distributor RNDC seeks court approval to sell joint venture stakes in Kentucky and Michigan for $50 million net, alongside a crucial $9 million settlement with Tito's maker.

Generation Capital raised 1.2 billion shekels in an institutional bond offering to fund its upcoming acquisition of Shikun & Binui Energy amid strong financial results.