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Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel (February 20)
SadaNews Economy - The currency exchange rates against the shekel today, Friday (February 20), are as follows:
-Dollar: 3.13
-Dinar: 4.42
-Euro: 3.68
PalPay Launches its Ramadan Campaign Titled "Win the Value of Ramadan Purchases"
SadaNews - PalPay, a leader in providing innovative electronic payment solutions in Palestine, has launched a special campaign during the holy month of Ramadan entitled "Win the Value of Ramadan Purchases," aimed at promoting a culture of electronic payment and encouraging users to utilize the PalPa...
Sudden Rise in the Value of the Dollar Against the Shekel
SadaNews Economic Translation - The US dollar has unexpectedly risen against the Israeli shekel amid reports indicating an increasing likelihood of an attack on Iran.
According to the Hebrew economic newspaper Calcalist, as translated by SadaNews' Economics section, the dollar rose by 0.2%, current...
5000 Tons in One Year.. Where Do Investors Hide Gold and What Are the Insurance Costs?
SadaNews Economy - You might bet on a drop in gold prices to seize a buying opportunity, but the more important question is: Have you calculated the cost of storing it? As prices rise, so does the bill for storage and insurance.
Last year, global demand for gold reached its highest historical level...
Palestine Bank Signs Strategic Partnership Agreement with the Palestinian Economic Policy...
SadaNews - On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Palestine Bank signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Palestinian Economic Policy Research Institute "Mas" to support research projects and enhance the development of information and media outlets for the institute, contributing to the...
An-Najah Institute for Global Health Organizes a Free Medical Day in the Qataba Suburb of...
SadaNews - The An-Najah Institute for Global Health organized a free medical day in the Qataba suburb of Tulkarem City last Tuesday, in collaboration with An-Najah National University Hospital, An-Najah Medical Clinics, the Dentists' Association, Al-Makassed Hospital, and the Qataba Municipality. Th...
Head of European Intelligence: Russia's Economy is Not on the Brink of Collapse
SadaNews - European intelligence leaders are feeling pessimistic about the chances of reaching an agreement this year to end the Russian war in Ukraine, despite U.S. President Donald Trump affirming that U.S.-mediated talks make the possibility of reaching a deal "significantly close."
The heads of...
Galaxy S26 Ultra Puts Privacy First with New Anti-Peeping Display
SadaNews Economy - Samsung has unveiled a new feature in its anticipated "Galaxy S26 Ultra" smartphone aimed at addressing one of the most annoying problems for smartphone users in public places: "peeping by those sitting near the user at the screen content".
The company published a promotional vid...
OpenAI Approaches Record Funding as Macron Prioritizes Child Protection at G7
SadaNews Economy - Developments in the world of artificial intelligence and related policies are accelerating, as OpenAI is nearing the completion of a record funding round that could exceed $100 billion, at a time when French President Emmanuel Macron is prioritizing the protection of children from...
IMF Keeps Its Forecast for China's Economic Growth at 4.5% in 2026
SadaNews - The International Monetary Fund has maintained its forecast for economic growth in China at 4.5% this year, but warned of risks from weak domestic demand and a slowing global economy.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva told reporters in Beijing in December during a press conferen...
Oil Prices Continue Gains as Investors Assess U.S.-Iran Tensions
SadaNews Economy - Oil prices rose during trading on Thursday, February 19, continuing gains of 4% from the previous session, coinciding with investors' evaluation of U.S.-Iran efforts to resolve their dispute.
In terms of trading, Brent crude futures increased by 0.2% to $70.52 per barrel, while U...
Slight Increase in Gold Prices Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
SadaNews Economy - Oil prices rose during trading on Thursday, February 19, continuing gains of 4% from the previous session, coinciding with investors evaluating U.S.-Iranian efforts to resolve their dispute.
In terms of trading, Brent crude futures increased by 0.2% to $70.52 per barrel, while U....