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Consumer Goods Prices Notably Decrease in Gaza Strip During August 2025
SadaNews - There was a significant decrease in consumer goods prices in the Gaza Strip during August 2025, which caused the Consumer Price Index to record a sharp decline of 20.34% compared to July 2025. The index also recorded a decrease in Jerusalem J1* by 0.42%, and by 0.25% in the West Bank**, l...
Iraq Signs Contracts Worth $1.3 Billion with the International Finance Corporation
SadaNews - Iraq announced the signing of several investment and developmental contracts with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) worth $1.3 billion, marking the 20th anniversary of the institution's presence and partnerships in the country, according to a statement released by the Cabinet to...
Gold Surpasses Its Historical Peak
SadaNews - Gold has surpassed its historically adjusted peak, which was recorded more than 45 years ago, amid rising concerns about the trajectory of the U.S. economy, propelling its three-year upward trend to unprecedented levels.
The spot price of gold has risen by about 5% since the beginning of...
Exchange Rates of Currencies Against the Shekel on Sunday (September 14)
SadaNews: The exchange rates of currencies against the shekel today, Sunday (September 14), are as follows:
الاختفاء التركي والولاء الإماراتي: كيف أصبحت "اتفاقيات التطبيع" شريان حياة للمسافرين الإسر...
Israeli Media: We Are Facing a Political Tsunami and Our Boycotts Are Escalating
SadaNews - Israeli media outlets have discussed the widening scope of economic, academic, and artistic boycotts against Israel globally, describing it as a "political tsunami" threatening export sectors, with increasing signs of escalating rejection of Israeli products and a decline in the...
What if the $3 Trillion Artificial Intelligence Investment Bubble Bursts?
SadaNews - Since the launch of "ChatGPT" in 2022, the world has entered a frantic investment race in artificial intelligence, reaching its peak this year with major U.S. technology companies spending nearly $400 billion on the infrastructure needed to operate large models, according to The...
Central Bank of Russia Cuts Interest Rates by About 100 Basis Points
SadaNews - The Central Bank of Russia reduced interest rates today, Friday, by about 100 basis points to 17%, amid slowing inflation and increasing pressures from officials and the business sector to save the economy from falling into the clutches of recession.
This reduction is the second consecut...
Istanbul Canal: Turkey's Stalled Project Amid Funding Challenges and Opposition Controvers...
SadaNews - The Istanbul Canal project stands out as one of the most ambitious urban initiatives in Turkey's history, combining grand promises with heavy challenges. The government sees it as a gateway to transforming the geographic and economic landscape through a public-private partnership mode...
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel Today, Saturday
SadaNews - The exchange rates of currencies against the shekel today, Saturday:
US Dollar: 3.33
Jordanian Dinar: 4.70
Euro: 3.91
Announcement of Power Outage
SadaNews: The Jerusalem District Electricity Company announces its regret to cut off electricity from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM on the days and dates specified below for the following areas in the Ramallah and Al-Bireh Governorate and Qalandiya Camp. - Saturday, 13/9/2025: Rafa't village, the Arabi car...
Europe Faces Difficult Test Between Boycotting Israel or Its Defense Interests
SadaNews - Amid scenes of destruction and hunger in Gaza, and the attack that took place this week in Qatar, frustrated European leaders are hinting at imposing sanctions on Israel and reevaluating their relationship with their traditional ally.
However, despite the rising anger, including moves to...