Bank of Israel News Monitoring

In first since 2022, Bank of Israel buys foreign currency to stem sharp shekel gain

For the first time since 2022, the Bank of Israel intervened in the foreign exchange market, buying $801 million in May in a bid to curb the sharp appreciation of the shekel, according to the central bank’s monthly foreign exchange reserves report. The …

Bank of Israel buys foreign currency to weaken shekel

Governor of the Bank of Israel Amir Yaron credit: Danny Shem Tov processing: Tali Bogdanovsky LivePerson to delist from TASE Kahlon agrees plea bargain on securities offenses The Bank of Israel ended May with record foreign exchange reserves after …

BOI makes first forex intervention since COVID

The Bank of Israel intervened in foreign currency trading in May for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, buying $801 million after what it described as irregular market activity, ynet learned on Sunday. According to a senior Bank of Israel …

$138 billion war costs hit Israel’s social programs

The total cost of the series of interconnected regional conflicts that began with Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 stood at 405 billion shekels ($138 billion) as of late April, according to the governor of the Bank of Israel, Amir Yaron.

Israel’s permanent state of war comes with economic, social costs

Israel's regional wars since Oct. 7 Hamas attack cost the country $138bn through AprilUnder Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s vision, Israel would gradually wean itself off its reliance on the massive military aid it receives from the United States. …

'Not a single dollar left': demand for foreign currency soars after Bank of Israel rate-cut signal

“We don’t have a single dollar or euro left, and even pounds sterling are being snapped up.” That is what currency exchange operators told ynet on Wednesday morning. According to them, they have not seen in years the phenomenon that has intensified in …

Israel’s permanent war economy: Who pays the cost of ‘Super-Sparta’?

News Desk Last Updated: 07 June 2026, 05:23 PM IST Israel’s rising defence spending and prolonged conflicts raise concerns over economic strain and social welfare cuts Jerusalem: The conflicts that began after Hamas’ October 7, 2023 attack on Israel have …

The price of Israel's security push

Jerusalem: The enormous costs of Israel's multi-front war and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's determination to turn his country into a "super-Sparta" of the Middle East are driving up the defence budget and raising fears of cutbacks …

Israel is taxing its future to subsidize those who do not serve - opinion

Last March, the Israeli government passed its largest budget in history. Buried in the fine print, approved at midnight, through a parliamentary trick so effective that opposition lawmakers accidentally voted for it, was NIS 800 million in fresh funding …

Israel's multi-front war comes with heavy economic, social costs

The staggering costs of Israel's multi-front war and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vision of turning his country into a "Super-Sparta" of the Middle East are driving up the defense budget and raising fears of cutbacks in education …

Bank Hapoalim locks dollar exchange rate for summer

For customers making US dollar purchases or withdrawals, the bank will keep the rate at NIS 2.89/$ even if it rises higher on the market. Bank Hapoalim is locking the shekel-dollar exchange rate at NIS 2.89/$ for the summer vacation season. The …

Israel's permanent state of war comes with economic, social costs

The enormous costs of Israel’s multi-front war and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s determination to turn his country into a “super-Sparta” of the Middle East are driving up the defence budget and raising fears of cutbacks in education and healthcare …

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. says it destroyed two Iran drones targeting Hormuz shipping

The enormous costs of Israel’s multi-front war and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s determination to turn his country into a “super-Sparta” of the Middle East are driving up the defence budget and raising fears of cutbacks in education and healthcare …

Why the Bank of Israel isn't fighting the dollar's sharp decline: Trump

Bank of Israel cuts borrowing costs, while flagging geopolitical risks

The Bank of Israel on Monday decided to lower interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, citing a strong shekel and stable inflation environment, but warned that geopolitical uncertainty over the war with Iran remained “significant.” As was widely …

Bank of Israel cuts interest rates, inflation stable despite Iran war

The Bank of Israel lowered short-term interest rates for the third time in six months on Monday, citing a large appreciation of the shekel and stable inflation, while cautioning that geopolitical uncertainty remains high.The central bank, as expected, …

Strong shekel strains exporters as Bank of Israel cuts interest rates for third time in 2026

The Bank of Israel lowered interest rates by 0.25 percentage points on Monday, its first cut since January and the third reduction in the past year. The decision reflects a problem few policymakers anticipated after the outbreak of war: inflation is …

Bank of Israel cuts interest rates as Iran tensions ease and inflation slows

The Bank of Israel decided on Monday to lower its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, from 4 percent to 3.75 percent, on the backdrop of slowing inflation, the strengthening shekel and reduced geopolitical risks amid progress in talks …

Bank of Israel resumes rate cuts as inflation stable despite war

JERUSALEM, May 25 (Reuters) – The Bank of Israel lowered short-term interest rates for the third time in six months on Monday, citing a large appreciation ​of the shekel and stable inflation, while cautioning that ‌geopolitical uncertainty remains high …

ButterflyMan Releases Cryptocurrency: The Cocaine of Finance, A Critical Examination of Crypto’s Social Costs

A provocative new book examining cryptocurrency’s social, political, and financial risks in the age of digital finance. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ButterflyMan Releases Cryptocurrency: The Cocaine of Finance …

CV5 Capital Supports Growing Number of Managers Launching in Leading Cayman Fund Domicile

CV5 Capital delivers institutional fund infrastructure in the Cayman Islands, from first-time emerging managers to firms running billions in assets GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS, June 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CV5 Capital, the …

Cher Castillo of Cher Castillo & Co. Honored by Vogue Magazine as a 'Woman of Influence'

The Maryland-based Realtor is Recognized for Leadership and Contributions to the Regional Real Estate Community SILVER SPRING, MD, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cher Castillo, founder of Cher Castillo & Co., has been …

Complete Aircon Cleaning Services Wins 2026 Quality Business Award for Best Air Duct Cleaning in Logan City, QLD

LOGAN CITY, QLD, AUSTRALIA, June 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quality Business Awards proudly announce that Complete Aircon Cleaning Services has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Quality Business Award for Best Air Duct Cleaning in …

Best Mortgage Lenders for Bad Credit in June 2026

Explore the best mortgage lenders for bad credit in June 2026. Compare loan options, rates, and lenders that help borrowers achieve homeownership. SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The mortgage lending landscape …

HtAG Analytics Launches AI-Native Developer Platform for Building Property Intelligence Agents

New Use Case Builder generates deployable AI Agent Starter Packs - MCP configs, agent prompts and property API workflows - in minutes. Live in Lovable. DENHAM COURT, NSW, AUSTRALIA, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HtAG Analytics, an Australian …

Manifest Explorer Now Live as Dual-Chain Block Explorer for AI Infrastructure Network

Live dual-chain explorer provides visibility into MFX Cosmos, MANY Network, blocks, validators, transactions and network telemetry CARMEL, IN, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Manifest Explorer is now live, providing a dual- …

American Pacific Mortgage and Synergy One Lending Join Forces to Build the Future of Retail Lending

This strategic merger expands a national platform focused on innovation, leadership, and the next level of service to originators, clients, and communities. ROSEVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Pacific …

Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure, Ocean Man Nakoda Nation Break Ground on Historic 100 MW Turning Sun Solar Project

ESTEVAN, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure (GSI) and Ocean Man Nakoda Nation (OMNN) officially broke ground on the Turning Sun Solar Project on Friday, June 5th. Located in the Rural …

Credit One Bank’s Number One Fan Initiative Surprises and Delights Students of The YMCA of Southern Nevada

More Than 20 Students Enjoyed a VIP Las Vegas Aviators Experience as Credit One Bank Donated $15,000 to Support Local Youth and Education Initiatives LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Las Vegas-based credit card …

AML Professionals Seek Affordable Career Development as Financial Crime Risks Grow Worldwide

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As financial institutions face increasing pressure to strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) controls and meet evolving regulatory expectations, a growing number of compliance …

B2i Digital Named Official Marketing Partner of 121 Mining Investment New York

A two-day conference brings more than 70 mining companies face to face with North American investors, June 15-16, 2026 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- B2i Digital, Inc. has joined 121 Mining Investment New York as …

Clark Meyers PC Launches Business Law Firm Helping Idaho and California Owners Prevent Legal Problems Before They Start

BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clark Meyers PC, a boutique business law firm serving growth-stage companies in Idaho and California, today announced its official launch. The firm is built on a single, contrarian idea …

Alexander Kalla Named to RealTrends Verified 2026 Best Real Estate Agents in the US & California, $11.3M Avg Sale Price

Top 1.5% nationally; recognition follows AP News feature and Realtor.com economic research citation on Bay Area AI-driven down payments. LOS GATOS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alexander Kalla, a solo luxury real estate …

Perry Wisdom Barrett Narosov is Named No. 1 Team in Texas Again as Luxury Sales Surge

Dallas Luxury Real Estate Team Takes Texas' Top Spot in RealTrends Rankings as seen in The Wall Street Journal DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The numbers tell one story. The relationships behind them tell …

AI Is Moving From Credit Scoring to Credit Workflow

TrustPlus AI shows how AI workflow automation can accelerate credit underwriting, strengthen merchant risk monitoring and improve financial risk governance SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artificial …

ProducifyX™ Announces Coffee to Connect™ Reaches 100 Users Just Four Months After Launch

Coffee to Connect reaches 100 users in four months, reflecting early momentum for ProducifyX’s human-first LinkedIn relationship development platform. COLUMBIA, MO, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ProducifyX, LLC today …

Chambers Recognizes Wagner Law Group, Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer, Roberta Casper Watson, Stephen Wilkes

Chambers USA Recognizes The Wagner Law Group and Attorneys Harold Ashner, Eric Keller, Andrew Oringer, Roberta Casper Watson and Stephen Wilkes BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Wagner Law Group, has announced …

Realty ONE Group Philippines Celebrates Grand Opening of Realty ONE Group Preferred in Makati City

Celebrate the grand opening of Realty ONE Group Preferred in Makati City with Realty ONE Group Philippines, led by visionary Vivian Villabroza Buñales. MAKATI, METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Realty ONE Group Philippines …

Bo Shi, Esq. Develops Multijurisdictional Legal Practice Across the U.S., China, and Vietnam

Attorney Bo Shi founded California-based S&P Law Firm APC, combining engineering and finance expertise in U.S., Chinese, and Vietnamese cross-border law. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era shaped by …