Local Economy
Back to Homepage
Expert: The Israeli economy is unable to absorb the strength of the shekel in the short an...
Exclusive to SadaNews: Financial consultant and banking expert Mohammad Salama confirmed that the Israeli economy cannot absorb the shekel's exchange rate strength against the dollar below 3 shekels to the dollar in the short and medium term. He pointed out that the real exchange rate of the dol...
The Strong Shekel and Import Prices: Why Has Inflation Not Decreased in Israel?
SadaNews - The Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics published the Consumer Price Index for April, which has been described as "historic" after prices recorded a sharp increase of 1.2% in just one month, an unprecedented leap not seen in 18 years. This exceptional rise was driven by a sharp increase...
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel on Monday (May 18)
SadaNews - The currency exchange rates against the shekel today, Monday (May 18), are as follows:
Israel's Economy Shrinks 3.3% in Q1 Due to Iran War
SadaNews - The Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics said on Sunday that the Israeli economy contracted at an annual rate of 3.3% during the first three months of 2026, as the gross domestic product was affected by the repercussions of the Israeli-American war on Iran.
On a per capita basis, Israel'...
Jerusalem Governorate Water Authority Launches Smart Application for Subscribers
SadaNews - The Jerusalem Governorate Water Authority announced the launch of its new electronic application on Android and iOS devices, in a step aimed at developing its digital services and enhancing communication speed with subscribers, as well as responding to their needs more efficiently.
The a...
Joint Statement for World Telecommunication Day 2026: The Reality of the Palestinian Telec...
SadaNews - The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics, the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority issued a joint press release on the occasion of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, which falls on May 17. &n...
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel on Sunday (May 17)
SadaNews Economy - The currency exchange rates against the shekel today, Sunday (May 17), are as follows:
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel (May 16)
SadaNews Economy - The exchange rates of currencies against the shekel today Saturday (May 16) are as follows:
-Dollar: 2.91
-Dinar: 4.11
-Euro: 3.38
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel (May 15)
SadaNews Economy - The currency exchange rates against the shekel today, Friday (May 15), are as follows:
-Dollar: 2.90
-Dinar: 4.10
-Euro: 3.38
Israeli Banks Reduce Deposit Interest Rates in Anticipation of Expected Decision from Bank...
SadaNews - A report published by the Hebrew newspaper Globes revealed that several Israeli banks have begun lowering interest rates on deposits, a move that reflects their readiness for the possibility of the Bank of Israel reducing the base interest rate in the near future.
According to the report...
Sharp Increase in the Consumer Price Index in the West Bank during April 2026
SadaNews - Sharp increase in the Consumer Price Index in the West Bank during April 2026
The Consumer Price Index in the West Bank recorded a sharp increase of 2.08% due to the repercussions of the American-Israeli-Iranian war, which led to rising prices of fuels, gas, transportation, and shipping...
Currency Exchange Rates Against the Shekel Thursday (May 14)
SadaNews: The currency exchange rates against the shekel today, Thursday (May 14), are as follows: