Economy

A new ezCater report shows 54% of US full-time workers skipped lunch weekly in 2026 due to inflation and rising living costs, cutting average weekly spending by 8% to $100.23.

A new Federal Reserve survey shows American household debt delinquency rates jumped to nearly 20% by the end of 2025, reaching the highest levels since 2010 amid high inflation.

AI data center builder Firmus has canceled what was set to be Australia's largest-ever IPO, citing market volatility and valuation concerns raised by institutional investors.

Modern office towers face rising gross-to-net ratios, climbing from 15% in the 1990s to 27% today, as developers incorporate extensive shared amenities to attract corporate tenants.

A 6-room private house in Meitar sold for 3.35 million NIS amid declining transaction volumes in the south. Recent Tax Authority data outlines multi-city sales.

A Negev moshav family shares how a 19-year real estate investment transformed into a 3.5 million shekel home, while balancing extensive reserve duty and local businesses.

Syria's sovereign wealth fund, established by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, manages billions in confiscated assets and foreign deals. Despite driving economic reconstruction, it faces transparency concerns.

Nobel laureate Paul Krugman warns that France is facing a severe debt crisis and rising bond yields, potentially becoming too big to bail out for the European Central Bank.

Pango CEO Yonatan Alon discusses the company's evolution from a parking app into a multi-service mobility super-app, detailing subscription models, travel tech, and future acquisition plans.

Teva announced US FDA approval for WELTRUZA, a once-monthly extended-release injectable treatment for adults with schizophrenia, boosting its shares in pre-market New York trading.

American health-focused restaurant chain True Food Kitchen filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, closing 12 unprofitable branches while securing $20 million in emergency DIP financing.

Delta Air Lines missed profit estimates and lowered its 2026 outlook due to high jet fuel costs, but CEO Ed Bastian reported robust consumer demand and rising ticket prices.

Bank Leumi CEO Hanan Friedman engaged with users on X to gather feedback, announcing upcoming crypto trading services and responding to customer complaints about fees and service.

The collapse of veteran Israeli contractor Neta Lifshitz over a 79 million shekel debt highlights severe financial pressures and shrinking profit margins in the real estate sector, despite strong apartment sales.

The latest Forbes billionaires list shows a sharp weekly drop across the top five richest individuals. Elon Musk remains first with 990.9 billion dollars despite losing 37.1 billion dollars.

Danish biogas leader Lundsby Renewable Solutions has filed for bankruptcy following heavy losses on a Finnish project, accumulating a 70 million crown deficit.

The historic Avia Hotel in Yehud, once a premier 1960s aviation hub, has stood abandoned for over a decade as developers and municipal authorities clash over future residential and hotel redevelopment plans.

Carasso Motors' freesbe brand achieves a record-breaking launch for Chery in Austria, with 882 vehicles on the road since June 2026 and robust monthly growth.

Keystone Infrastructure Fund announced a quarterly dividend of NIS 25 million for shareholders, bringing total payouts since its IPO to approximately NIS 336 million.

Memory chip manufacturer Micron surged 263% this year, but analyst Gil Luria from D.A. Davidson raised its price target to $3,000, citing massive AI demand.

NEAR Intents suffered a $3.8 million cyberattack, but the CEO identified the attacker, leading to a full refund within 48 hours. Meanwhile, a new crypto ETF launched and NEAR prices recovered.

Madlan data for ynet highlights Israel's top 16 luxury real estate deals, led by a 91.4 million shekel sale in Neve Tzedek, reflecting a selective high-end market.

BST Construction has won a 1.12 billion shekel tender to build the massive Vertical City project in Ramat Gan's Diamond Exchange district, transforming the business zone into a 24/7 mixed-use urban hub.

Airtel Money launches its London Stock Exchange debut, raising 529 million pounds in the largest IPO in London since 2021, giving the fintech giant a 5.3 billion pound valuation.

Ferrero Israel launches the new Minecraft edition of Kinder Joy in supermarkets nationwide, combining iconic gaming characters with digital QR experiences.

Israel's economy sees massive shifts as a 4.5 billion shekel energy deal advances, tech firm OpenWeb faces a 177.5 million shekel debt crisis, and retail giants slash smartphone prices.

Three massive residential developments in Tel Aviv's Fourth District—DUO, Infinity, and Kikar HaMedina—are nearing completion, reshaping the local skyline amid shifting market sales and rising price per square meter rates.

Discover how to break free from monthly ISP router rental fees in Israel by purchasing independent Wi-Fi hardware, setting up a fiber converter, and navigating customer service.

Tower Advanced Investment Solutions, part of Migdal Capital Markets, has appointed Nissim Boganim as CEO to spearhead its expansion and entry into new financial sectors.

Blockchain investigator ZachXBT spent $349,700 in an undercover operation to infiltrate a North Korea-linked Lazarus Group money laundering network following the massive Bybit hack.

BST Group's subsidiary Best Bneya wins the 1.12 billion NIS main contractor tender for Phase A of the massive Vertical City mixed-use project in Ramat Gan.

Intel's stock rally faces headwinds as Elon Musk's Terafab project reportedly holds talks with TSMC. The venture threatens Intel's exclusive manufacturing role as immense AI and robotics demands reshape the semiconductor market.

At 90 years old, Migdal controlling shareholder Shlomo Eliahu has taken over as temporary CEO of Migdal Holdings, stepping into the role amid ongoing managerial turbulence and regulatory scrutiny.

A review of recent real estate transactions across Israel highlights affordable housing options in towns like Yeruham, Arad, and Be'er Sheva, alongside notable property sales in Tel Aviv, Eilat, and Ramla.

The National Insurance Institute of Israel has published the payment schedules and reporting deadlines for October 2026, returning to regular dates after a holiday-heavy September.

Entering Israel's high-tech sector as a junior has grown tougher, but professionals share how starting in peripheral roles like customer success and operations can lead to core product management positions.

The EU has set October 23, 2027, as the deadline for new laws banning extra fees for carry-on trolley bags, mandating transparent upfront pricing for all airline passengers.

Starbucks is reportedly exploring an acquisition of Chipotle, reconnecting CEO Brian Niccol with his former brand. While both chains expand in the Middle East, neither operates physical stores in Israel, decades after Starbucks' failed local venture.

Beresheet Hotel in Mitzpe Ramon has sued the local council, demanding residential property tax rates instead of luxury hotel tariffs for sheltering October 7 evacuees.