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Ministry of Labor announces the disbursement of a new financial aid package to assist work...
SadaNews - As part of the Ministry of Labor's ongoing efforts and in collaboration with partners to support workers in Gaza, the 18th financial aid package will be disbursed to assist Gaza workers in the northern governorates. The Ministry of Labor, the World Food Program, and the Humanitarian Fund...
Oil Prices Decline for the Twelfth Consecutive Day
SadaNews - Oil prices fell for the second consecutive day, influenced by trader concerns regarding the potential for the "OPEC+" alliance to raise production, alongside indications of an economic slowdown in the United States and industrial data showing an increase in inventories at a majo...
Palestinian Islamic Bank Launches 'Empowerment and Enhancement Program for Promising Femal...
SadaNews - The Palestinian Islamic Bank has launched the "Empowerment and Enhancement Program for Promising Female Employees," which aims to develop the bank's female employees and strategically, administratively, professionally, and personally empower them to take on future leadership...
E-SADAD Platform Records 1.1 Million Electronic Bill Payment Transactions
SadaNews - The E-SADAD platform, managed by the Palestinian Monetary Authority, recorded a milestone with over 1.1 million electronic bill payment transactions in August of this year.
The Monetary Authority stated that the increase in citizens’ use of the platform and electronic payment met...
Israeli Media: The Cost of Occupying Gaza is Between 20 - 25 Billion Shekels
SadaNews Economy - The Israeli Broadcasting Authority stated that the anticipated Israeli military operation to occupy the city of Gaza may cost between 20 and 25 billion shekels (5.9 – 7.3 billion dollars).
The authority added that the National Security Council and the Ministry of Finance discusse...
Sharp Increase in Industrial Production by 14.34% During July 2025
SadaNews - The index of industrial production quantities recorded a sharp increase of 14.34% during July 2025 compared to June 2025, as the index of industrial production quantities rose to 84.94 in July 2025 compared to 74.29 in June 2025 (base year 2019 = 100). &n...
U.S. Stocks Decline in Parallel with Bond Market Drop
SadaNews - "Wall Street" began September with a decline, as stocks joined the drop in bonds amid heavy sales of corporate debt and concerns about the budgets of developed countries. The dollar rose, and gold reached a record level.
Yields on 30-year U.S. Treasury bonds approached 5%, putting pressu...
Gold stabilizes after reaching all-time high supported by interest rate cut expectations a...
SadaNews - Gold experienced a six-day rise, pushing prices to an all-time high on Tuesday, as expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts enhanced the metal's appeal, and traders sought a safe haven following a wave of selling in the stock and bond markets.
Spot gold prices stabilized around $3530 an o...
Exchange Rates of Currencies Against the Shekel on Wednesday (September 3)
SadaNews - The exchange rates of currencies against the shekel today, Wednesday (September 3), are as follows:
Despite Washington's Pressure.. India Acquires Russian Oil at Discounts
SadaNews - Russian crude shipments have become cheaper for India, at a time when U.S. President Donald Trump's administration intensifies its criticism of the oil trade between New Delhi and Moscow, considering it to be aiding in funding the war in Ukraine.
According to traders who received offers...
Lebanon: Central Bank Prevents Entry of Funds from Entities Subject to International Sanct...
SadaNews - The Central Bank of Lebanon announced on Tuesday the issuance of a circular prohibiting the entry of any funds into the banking sector from Lebanese entities or organizations subject to international sanctions, particularly U.S. sanctions.
The bank stated in a statement: "The issu...
Gold Hits New Record Level Amid Increased Bets on US Interest Rate Cuts
SadaNews Economy - Gold prices surged to an unprecedented record level today, Tuesday, continuing their gains for the sixth consecutive session, supported by a weak dollar and increased bets on a reduction of US interest rates this month.
Gold rose in spot transactions by 0.6% to record $3495.01 an...