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55% commission for "cash".. Liquidity crisis suffocates citizens in Gaza
SadaNews Economics - The residents of the Gaza Strip are facing a stifling financial crisis due to an unprecedented rise in commission rates for receiving cash from what are known as "liquidity traders". Today, the commissions have reached a rate ranging from 53% to 55%, which exerts immense pressur...
Water Authority: Removal of 36 Illegal Water Connections on the Main Supply Line for Hebro...
SadaNews: The Water Authority continued the extensive field campaign in collaboration with the Hebron Governorate to remove violations on the main water lines, confirming that the work has continued for the sixth consecutive day, in cooperation with the relevant authorities, to pursue illegal connec...
European Bank Stocks Reach Highest Levels Since 2008
SadaNews Economy - The stocks of the largest European banks have seen a significant increase this week, reaching unprecedented levels since the global financial crisis, driven by a sharp rise in long-term interest rates, which has greatly boosted these banks' profits.
HSBC's stock listed on the Lon...
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel on Sunday (August 3)
SadaNews - The currency exchange rates against the Shekel today, Sunday (August 3), are as follows:
"Jerusalem Electricity" Completes a Specialized Training Program in Fire Fighting
SadaNews - As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities of our staff in handling emergency situations, Jerusalem Electricity has completed a specialized training program in "Fire Fighting and the Use of Portable Fire Extinguishers," organized by the Technical and Academic Training Cent...
What do you know about Norway's economy.. The richest oil country in Europe?
SadaNews - Oil has become the main driver of Norway's economy since the discovery of massive offshore reserves in the late 1960s, and the Norwegian economy has long been linked to the energy sector.
The uniqueness of the Norwegian experience lies in its ability to manage its natural resources effic...
US Federal Reserve Takes a Quick Hit After Its Decision to Maintain Interest Rates
SadaNews Economy - Just a few days have passed, and it seems that the recent decision by the Federal Reserve regarding interest rates has completely lost its validity.
The US central bank announced on Wednesday that it would keep borrowing costs unchanged, continuing the wait-and-see policy it star...
Trump's Tariffs Shock Business and Political Circles in India
SadaNews Economy - As Indian government officials assess their response and business groups calculate the costs of trade barriers, local social media accounts ignited with user protests over Trump’s comments and criticisms of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not speaking candidly.
The issue...
Exchange Rates of Currencies Against the Shekel on Saturday (August 2)
SadaNews Economy - The exchange rates of currencies against the shekel today, Saturday (August 2), are as follows:
Dollar: 3.41
Dinar: 4.81
Euro: 3.95
Oil prices rise and head for weekly gains of about 5%
SadaNews Economy - Oil prices rose during trading on Friday, after falling by more than 1 percent in the previous session, as traders assessed the impact of new high U.S. tariffs that could undermine economic activity and reduce global fuel demand growth.
In terms of trading, Brent crude futures ro...
Gold Slightly Declines and Heads for Weekly Loss
SadaNews Economy - Gold prices slightly declined during trading on Friday, heading for a weekly loss amid a rise in the dollar following U.S. President Donald Trump's imposition of new tariffs on dozens of countries, and with anticipation of the release of the U.S. jobs report later today.
In tradin...
Heathrow Expansion Plan to Cost £49 Billion
SadaNews Economy - London Heathrow Airport, the largest airport in Europe by passenger numbers, announced on Friday that its expansion and modernization plan, particularly through the construction of a third runway, will cost £49 billion (€57 billion), and will be fully funded by the private sector....