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After winning Nobel Prize, Joel Mokyr says: 'I'm still Israeli' and 'hostages return meant more than prize'
Although he has lived and taught in the United States for 50 years, Professor Joel Mokyr, one of three recipients of this year’s Nobel Prize in Economics, says he is far more moved by the return of Israeli hostages than by his own win; He has sharp criticism for Donald Trump, but welcomes the president’s aversion to war
Shlomo Teitelbaum/Calcalist | 06:03 | 10.19.25
נסטלה
Mass layoffs at Nestlé: 16,000 jobs to be cut over two years
The turmoil at Nestlé continues: Following the dismissal of the previous CEO over a romantic relationship with a subordinate, the company's new CEO, Philipp Navratil, has announced sweeping cutbacks; Upon his appointment last month, the company cited his 'impressive track record of achieving results in challenging environments'
News Agencies | 11:33 | 10.16.25
Israel’s inflation drops sharply as consumer price index falls; housing prices down again
Israel’s September consumer price index fell 0.6%, pulling annual inflation down to 2.5%—the lowest since February and well within the government’s target; Apartment prices fell another 0.6%, extending a months-long decline
Gad Lior, Hila Tsion | 01:58 | 10.16.25
Israel Consumer Price Index falls 0.6% in September; annual inflation drops to 2.5%
Home prices fall for sixth straight month; rent and fresh vegetables rise; central bank expected to cut interest rate in November
Gad Lior, Hila Tsion | 19:53 | 10.15.25
Corbel secures $6.7M to bring AI sales tech to industrial equipment sector
Israeli startup aims to modernize the $1 trillion industrial equipment market by replacing outdated sales tools with AI-driven product intelligence, quoting and embedded financing
ynet Global | 17:00 | 10.15.25
Cato Networks CEO Shlomo Kramer
Cato Networks named official SASE partner of BWT Alpine Formula One Team
BWT Alpine Formula One Team  2026 season begins with Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne from March 6-8, 2026, and concludes with Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from December 4-6, 2026.
ynet Global | 15:33 | 10.15.25
רובי ריבלין
Former president Rivlin to join Bitcoin firm after Flying Spark–Bitcore merger
Flying Spark announced it had signed a binding memorandum of understanding with Bitcore Capital for a merger and a capital raise of 20 million shekels (about $5.2 million), based on a pre-money valuation of 100 million shekels
Almog Azar/ Calcalist | 12:17 | 10.15.25
בורסת תל אביב(צילום: Gettyimages)
141 Tel Aviv stocks have doubled since Oct. 7: 'There's still room for gains'
The hostage deal and end of the Gaza war sent the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange soaring, capping a two-year rally that made it a global leader; analysts say the gains could continue, especially if ties with Saudi Arabia normalize
Calcalist | 19:43 | 10.13.25
אבינתן אור ברגע החבירה לנציגי צה"ל
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang hails return of employee Avinatan Or: 'Deeply moved'
The release of NVIDIA employee Avinatan Or, kidnapped from the Nova festival, moved millions; in a letter to staff, CEO Jensen Huang praised his mother’s courage and Israeli employees’ solidarity, calling their unity 'the best of who we are'
Daniela Ginzburg, Idan Bloemhof | 18:14 | 10.13.25
סניף זארה בתל אביב
Zara workers’ union in Europe urges parent company Inditex to exit Israel over Gaza war
The European Works Council representing Inditex employees, parent company of Zara and other brands, has asked the firm to cancel its Israel franchises over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza 
Calcalist | 05:14 | 10.13.25
טיל ספייק
Israeli defense firms eye renewed business in Europe in wake of Gaza ceasefire
After European clients froze $600 million in contracts during the Gaza war, Israeli defense firms hope the ceasefire will restore trust and reopen doors; 'In Europe, they know our technologies are the best'
Yuval Azulay | 19:20 | 10.12.25
הבורסה לניירות ערך בתל אביב
Israeli stocks in the red as US-China trade war ramps up
Tel Aviv stocks fall as renewed US-China trade tensions rattle global markets; tech shares lead declines following Trump tariff threats, marking a sharp reversal from last week’s rally sparked by Israel-Hamas ceasefire progress
Gad Lior | 10:58 | 10.12.25
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Gaza ceasefire, fiscal war: Treasury blocks multi-billion IDF funding boost as postwar budget fight heats up
With the Gaza war winding down, the Finance Ministry rejects the IDF's demand for an extra 20 billion shekels, insisting the military streamline spending while funds go to education, welfare and infrastructure
Gad Lior | 10:46 | 10.12.25
פודטק
US investment fund Siddhi Capital joins Fresh Start foodtech incubator
Siddhi Capital, managing $250 million, joins Israel’s Fresh Start foodtech incubator alongside Tnuva, Tempo and OurCrowd, investing up to NIS 40 million to revive startups in the north and strengthen Israel’s foodtech ecosystem after wartime setbacks
ynet Global | 02:17 | 10.11.25
הבורסה לניירות ערך בתל אביב
Gaza ceasefire pushes Israeli stocks to new high: 'This isn’t the time to sell'
Following Gaza ceasefire, investor confidence in Israel is rising; Migdal’s Yuval Bar-Even says the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange still has room to grow, with money flowing back into Israeli markets, a stronger shekel and falling bond yields
Adiel Eithan Mustaki | 06:44 | 10.10.25
Markets surge on Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Tel Aviv indexes jump after Trump announces hostage deal; construction stocks soar, defense and airline shares fall as shekel strengthens
Gad Lior | 11:04 | 10.09.25
שקל דולר ואירו
Shekel surges as Trump announces Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Israeli currency hits three-year high after sides agree to first phase of US-brokered plan; Netanyahu thanks Trump, says Cabinet will vote Thursday to approve prisoner release as part of ceasefire and hostage agreement
Gad Lior | 08:08 | 10.09.25
בנימין ושרה נתניהו לפני ההמראה לעצרת האו"ם
Ex-Mossad official demands Netanyahu family’s global assets be made public amid Qatar allegations
In legal defense against Netanyahu libel suit, ex-spy Dr. Udi Levi calls for disclosure of foreign bank accounts, crypto holdings and property linked to PM and his family, citing public interest in Qatargate probe
Amir Kurtz, Calcalist | 18:22 | 10.08.25
Gal Pauker
Grandson of winemaker murdered on October 7: 'The winery saved me, but it’s not just a memorial project'
After his grandfather Gideon was murdered in Nir Oz in the Hamas attack, Gal Pauker, 25, took over his small family winery; two years later, he’s turning it into a 50,000-bottle-a-year business—and a way to heal through creation
Hilik Gurfinkel | 19:33 | 10.07.25
קסנדרה מאייר
Cassandra Seier: The woman challenging Nasdaq’s monopoly on Israeli tech
After Israeli firm Via’s $3B NYSE IPO, Cassandra Seier, head of international markets at the exchange, seeks to dispel the myth that Nasdaq is the natural home for Israeli tech: 'We’re bigger in tech — companies just need to know it'
Tal Shahaf | 22:53 | 10.06.25
פעילות כוחות צוות הקרב של חטיבת הנח״ל בצפון רצועת עזה
Israel's $50 billion choice: A trauma economy or a growth economy?
Two years after October 7, Israel faces a tipping point: Will we allow the collective trauma to become a multi-billion-dollar drain on our economy, or will we make a strategic investment in our people to turn this crisis into an engine for growth? 
Shauli Hertzik Paz | 12:43 | 10.06.25
בונים סוכה
From temporary booths to permanent stability: Financial lessons from Sukkot
For one week, we leave our homes for fragile sukkot, where the scents, sounds and simplicity remind us of life’s impermanence and its blessings — and that how we build and plan today shapes the security and meaning of our tomorrows
Yehoshua Oz | 09:03 | 10.06.25
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Shekel rising, spending shrinking: How ending the Gaza war could send Israel’s economy soaring
A potential ceasefire under President Donald Trump’s plan could mark a turning point for Israel’s war-battered economy; from a stronger shekel and lower interest rates to renewed foreign investment, here are ten changes that could set growth back on track
Gad Lior | 23:13 | 10.05.25
Illustrative
Beit Shemesh Engines to produce engine parts for 'strategic customer' for $1.2 billion
Contract is with one of the world's largest engine manufacturers, and reflects an expansion of an agreement signed in 2019; the agreement will last 15 years and includes an option for further extension, with the development of components for the customer's new engine programs 
Yuval Azulay/Calcalist | 14:05 | 10.05.25
תל אביב קו רקיע
'Prepare yourself for an exit': How Israeli cyber employees are cashing in early
With the cybersecurity acquisition fever in full swing, Israeli cyber employees are no longer waiting for an IPO windfall - they’re turning their shares and options into smart financial strategies long before the next acquisition
Moran Chamsi | 04:28 | 10.05.25
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
Still climbing: Tel Aviv stocks close another day of sharp gains
Israeli markets rally after White House unveiling of a US-backed framework to end Gaza war, with TA-125 closing at a record high; gains led by banks and insurers, while shekel strengthens and bond yields reflect easing risk
Gad Lior | 19:23 | 09.30.25
בנק ישראל
Bank of Israel holds interest rate at 4.5% as inflation eases, economy shrinks
Israel's annual inflation rate eased to 2.9% in August from 3.1% in July, moving back to within the government's 1-3% annual target; at the same time, the economy contracted an annualised 4% in the second quarter
Gad Lior | 17:01 | 09.29.25
Gain's AI employees
Gain debuts first AI employees for end-to-end procurement, announces $12M seed funding
The deeptech startup  emerged from stealth on Monday; it provides  AI employees who work as part of a team at a fraction of the of the human cost
Ynet Global | 14:02 | 09.29.25
Компания Medtronic
Medtronic Israel's Arik Corcos: Leading through crisis while building for the future
In exclusive interview, Country Director discusses managing operations during war; company maintains 1,100-person workforce, continues hiring despite regional tensions; from Sales Manager to leading Medical Device giant’s Israeli operations
Hillel Fuld | 07:28 | 09.29.25
נתניהו לצד מטוס טייפון עם מערכת לייטנינג 5 של רפאל. ספרד ביטלה עסקה של 200 מיליון יורו
Israel hit with nearly $1 billion in scrapped defense contracts as global fury over Gaza war grows
Industry officials fear the cancellations could spread to other countries seeking to pressure Israel to end the war in Gaza, while a prolonged freeze on new deals worth billions threatens long-term exports
Yuval Azulay, Omer Kabir | 12:55 | 09.28.25
הבורסה לניירות ערך בתל אביב
Tel Aviv stocks surge on hopes of Gaza ceasefire deal, as Bank of Israel prepares rate decision
Rally came after Israeli officials said Saturday night that they see a high probability that U.S. President Donald Trump’s '21-point plan' will be implemented
Ynet Global | 12:35 | 09.28.25
תל אביב קו רקיע
‘There’s the state of Israel, then there’s the state of Tel Aviv’: The industry chasing the big millionaires
Israel’s millionaire class is booming despite war and political turmoil, with Tel Aviv at the center; Swiss banks, family offices and wealth managers are racing to serve the country’s new rich
Tal Shahaf | 13:52 | 09.27.25
נתניהו נואם בכינוס עצרת האו"ם הכללית
Dozens of major Israeli companies among newly expanded UN West Bank settlement blacklist
The UN expanded its blacklist of companies operating in West Bank settlements, warning their inclusion could affect investment decisions; Israel condemned the report and urged governments not to cooperate with the move
Daniel Edelson, New York | 13:34 | 09.27.25
רופרט מרדוק לכלן מרדוק
Real-life Succession: How Lachlan Murdoch inherited his father’s media empire
Rupert Murdoch’s long and often bitter succession battle has ended; with a $3.3 billion deal, Lachlan Murdoch takes control of the family’s global media empire while his siblings step aside with billions
Tzippy Shmilovitz | 20:01 | 09.26.25
רתם איזק, אמנון שעשוע ואשכול נבו
Amnon Shashua’s new AI startup on track to become a unicorn
Lightspeed is leading a funding round worth hundreds of millions for Amnon Shashua’s startup AAI, which until now focused on futuristic AI research
Sophie Shulman/Calcalist | 03:02 | 09.26.25
חיילים ביחידת 8200
Microsoft cuts IDF access to cloud system over surveillance program, report says
Tech giant reportedly cuts Unit 8200’s access to Azure cloud and AI tools over Palestinian surveillance program; move marks first known case of a US tech giant halting services to IDF since Gaza war began
News agencies | 20:46 | 09.25.25
בינה מלאכותית ברפואה
Datavant to acquire Israeli start-up DigitalOwl
Integration of DigitalOwl and Ontellus will set a new standard for health record retrieval and data analysis across the legal and insurance industries
Ynet Global | 15:01 | 09.25.25
מפגינים פרו פלסטינים בקופנהגן דנמרק
Danish pension fund withdraws over $20 billion in Israeli investments over Gaza war
AkademikerPension is the latest European fund manager to curtail investments in Israel, following recent divestments by Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund
Reuters | 16:48 | 09.24.25
Tipalti
Israeli unicorn Tipalti raises $200 million in debt financing for AI, global growth
Finance automation leader unveils powerful updates to Tipalti AI to redefine productivity for finance professionals with AI agents 
Ynet Global | 16:27 | 09.24.25
הבורסה לניירות ערך בתל אביב
From underdogs to market darlings: The surprising stars of the Israeli stock market
Small-cap stocks are surging on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange as investors bet on post-war recovery; from insurance and infrastructure to fashion and candy, unlikely players are delivering big returns and reshaping the market landscape
Navit Zomer | 19:44 | 09.23.25
מטוס וויז אייר WIZZ AIR
Wizz Air to compensate thousands of Israelis in court settlement
Israeli court approves a €330,000 settlement forcing Wizz Air to compensate 27,000 passengers for hidden airport check-in fees and update its booking process
Lital Dobrovitsky | 23:46 | 09.22.25
זוהראן ממדאני קמפיין לראשות העיר ניו יורק 6 בספטמבר באירוע תחת הכותרת "להיאבק באוליגרכיה"
New York’s anti-Israeli mayoral candidate sweeps affluent youth support
Despite elite fears of an exodus, Zohran Mamdani surges in the mayoral race with strong support from young, high-earning New Yorkers, attracted to his bold housing and tax plans
News Agencies | 22:34 | 09.22.25
מנכ"לית רמדיו, טל קולנדר
Ex-hacker CEO raises $65M to take cybersecurity startup global
Cybersecurity startup Remedio, led by Tal Kollender — one of the few female CEOs in the field — is raising $65M after years of bootstrapping; company will shift from lean operations to aggressive US growth, focusing on marketing and sales
Tal Shahaf | 02:30 | 09.21.25
כרטיס גולד קארד עם דיוקנו של טראמפ
Dreaming of relocation to the US? Trump just slammed the door shut
President Trump signed an order imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visa applications for skilled foreign workers; he also unveiled a fast-track 'Gold Card' residency plan for million-dollar contributors
Daniel Edelson, New York | 11:12 | 09.20.25
יעקב פלד אז (משמאל) ועכשיו
From soccer prodigy to banking executive: The story of Yacov Peled
In the late 1980s, Yacov Peled was hailed as a rising star at Beitar Jerusalem, but a devastating injury ended his soccer dream; he built a thriving banking career instead, and after three years as deputy CEO of Bank of Jerusalem, he now aims to boost competition in Israel’s finance sector
Yael Walzer | 22:09 | 09.19.25
Lendbuzz founders Amitay Kalmar and Dan Raviv
Israeli universities alumni rank high in US high-tech capital funding list
Israeli universities dominate global entrepreneurship rankings as Tel Aviv University and the Technion secure top-10 spots, fueling billion-dollar startups
Shahar Ilan/Calcalist | 08:46 | 09.19.25
חווה יפרח-אוסטין ודניאל דדון
US court sentences 2 Israelis for major fraud schemes
Two Israelis face years behind bars in the US for multimillion-dollar fraud schemes—one stealing $3.2 million from pandemic relief funds, the other embezzling $10 million before attempting to flee to Israel
Daniel Edelson, New York | 12:30 | 09.18.25
סניף של רשת לאקין קפה בסין
Starbucks' biggest rival? China's Luckin Coffee storms into New York
Luckin Coffee, China's fastest-growing coffee chain with 26,000 stores, lands in New York; with its app-only stores and bold drinks, it aims to challenge Starbucks
News Agencies | 11:11 | 09.18.25
בנימין נתניהו
Taxi drivers threaten Ben Gurion Airport shutdown if Netanyahu won’t meet them over Uber plan
Israeli taxi drivers vowed to halt Ben Gurion Airport operations unless prime minister meets them, protesting Transport Minister Miri Regev’s push to reintroduce Uber; Union leaders warn of strikes, lawsuits and nationwide chaos
Alexandra Lukash, Sivan Hilaie | 18:10 | 09.17.25
Glilot Capital
Top cyber fund Glilot Capital announces $500 million raise backed by global investors
Glilot Capital, one of the world’s top-performing venture funds, raised $500M from global investors, boosting assets under management to over $1B and appointing Rinat Remler as partner to expand portfolio support and global scale
Ynet Global | 15:58 | 09.17.25
גלידת בן אנד ג'ריס
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder resigns in dispute with Unilever over Gaza
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield resigned after 47 years, saying Unilever silenced the brand’s activism over Israel and the Gaza war 
Reuters | 11:18 | 09.17.25
Check Point building
Check Point acquires Lakera for $300 million to bolster AI security features
Check Point acquired Lakera to build an end-to-end AI security stack; The Swiss startup, founded by ex-Google and Meta experts, will form Check Point’s new global AI R&D hub in Zurich
Meir Orbach, Sophie Shulman | 10:29 | 09.17.25
עובדי היי-טק
Israeli high-tech faces slowdown in jobs and startups; yet record exits surge
High-tech no longer Israel’s growth engine? Israel Innovation Authority reports a slowdown; stagnant jobs, fewer startups, yet 2025 marks a record in exits led by the Google-Wiz deal
Israel Wullman | 09:44 | 09.17.25
יו"ר דירקטוריון נסטלה פול בולקה
Drama at Nestle: After CEO fired for affair with an employee, chairman of food giant is also leaving
Just days after CEO Laurent Freixe was fired following an affair with a company employee, Nestle is also parting ways with Chairman of the Board Paul Bulcke, amid investor demands that he leave: 'This is the right moment for me to step aside'
News Agencies | 20:38 | 09.16.25
בנימין נתניהו
Netanyahu urges local arms production but avoids feud crippling Israel’s top defense firm
Israel Aerospace Industries is paralyzed by a feud between Defense Minister Israel Katz and Minister David Amsalem, blocking board appointments, delaying weapons contracts and triggering regulatory warnings during wartime
Ynet | 14:42 | 09.16.25
דובי פרנסיס
Investment expert Dovi Frances: Israel can rise as an AI superpower
Group 11 founding partner Dovi Frances shared an optimistic vision at Accountant General's Conference, saying country’s unique potential and historic opportunity could make it a global leader; 'We are 0.4% of the world yet lead 20% of innovation'
Ynet | 09:24 | 09.16.25
משגר רקטות PULS
Spain axes Elbit arms deal amid growing economic boycott of Israel
Madrid scraps major deal for Israeli PULS artillery systems; Israeli defense firm's stake estimated at €140 million through partnership with two Spanish firms
Yuval Azoulay/Calcalist | 04:39 | 09.16.25
אינפלציה עליית מחירים
Israel inflation falls within target, raising hopes of first interest rate cut in nearly two years
Annual inflation slows to 2.9% in August, within government's 1–3% target, raising prospects for Bank of Israel’s first rate cut in 21 months as economy struggles with war costs, boycotts and widening budget deficit
Gad Lior, Hila Tsion | 20:16 | 09.15.25
שיגור של חץ 3 של התעשייה האווירית
State-owned defense giant takes government to court over leadership gridlock
Israel Aerospace Industries board petitions High Court, urging ministers to fill key vacancies after bridging deal collapsed due to mistrust; move comes as firm pursues major contracts globally amid growing anti-Israel sentiment
Yuval Azulay | 23:52 | 09.14.25
Amit Bohensky, left, Zoomed founder and chairman; and Omri Argaman, CMO & CGO
Zoomd stock soars 2700% on global client growth, AI expansion
Israeli adtech firm blends advanced tech with human insight, expanding globally, deepening client ties and shaking up digital marketing
Ynet Global | 22:47 | 09.14.25
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