Economy

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The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 4% in a unanimous vote, marking the first rate hike under newly appointed Chair Kevin Warsh.

A Julius Baer economic review highlights that anticipated interest rate hikes matter less to markets than forward guidance and inflation projections.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange approved a strategic plan for 2027–2031 targeting 15%-18% annual revenue growth through AI, tokenization, and global expansion.

Deputy Accountant General Dr. Lior David-Por discusses Israel's state budget, deficit targets, and upcoming military procurement reforms in an interview with Globes.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange extended the trading suspension for Tomer Mizon shares amid an accounting scandal and inventory discrepancies tied to its leadership.

Market analysts weigh the Fed's upcoming interest rate decision, balancing expectations of a rate hike against potential impacts on stock and bond markets amid shifting inflation views.

The Bank of Israel's composite index rose by 0.4% in August, pushing economic activity above its long-term growth trend, driven by higher imports and tax revenues.

Swiss investment bank UBS initiated coverage of Israeli drone camera maker Next Vision with a Buy rating and a 434-shekel target price, signaling a 99% upside potential.

Israel's second-quarter GDP growth for 2026 was revised down to 14.9% annualized, driven by sharp drops in exports and equipment investments.

Jefferies issued a bullish report on Israeli banks, citing strong macro fundamentals and attractive valuations. Bank Hapoalim was upgraded to 'Buy', alongside target prices for major lenders.

UK annual inflation rose to 3.1% in August, driven by surging fuel and energy prices, moving further from the central bank's target ahead of its rate decision.

A Julius Baer review analyzes global monetary shifts, focusing on anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve rate hikes and the Bank of Japan's ongoing policy changes.

Discount Bank economic head Einat Meir analyzes global and Israeli markets, highlighting rising U.S. inflation, European rate hikes, and narrowing Israeli fiscal deficits.

Global markets await critical central bank rate decisions as US Treasury yields hover near multi-year highs and oil prices fluctuate. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo cuts its year-end S&P 500 target.

A new UBS report analyzes global market trends, including artificial intelligence investment forecasts reaching $1.2 trillion by 2027, alongside rising U.S. Treasury yields crossing the 5% threshold.

US 10-year Treasury yields have surpassed 5% for the first time since 2007, driven by inflation fears, massive debt issuance, and surging oil prices above $100 per barrel, signaling a prolonged era of expensive global capital.

Saudi Arabia canceled crude oil shipments to European clients due to a major pipeline shutdown, Houthi threats, and the Hormuz blockade, driving Brent crude prices to a four-month high of $108.49 per barrel.

Wall Street indices fell and 10-year Treasury yields hit 5.04% as investors reduced risk ahead of the Federal Reserve rate decision. Oil prices crossed $105 per barrel amid inflation concerns.

Israel's Consumer Price Index rose by 0.7% in August 2026, bringing annual inflation to 1.5%. Mizrahi Tefahot Bank strategist Ronen Menachem highlights flight prices and fuel as key drivers, while interest rate cut expectations stall amid global monetary shifts.

France faces a growing debt crisis as 10-year bond yields hit 4.54%, driven by a 117% debt-to-GDP ratio, political instability, and populist electoral promises.

The Consumer Price Index for August 2026 rose by 0.7%, bringing annual inflation to 1.5%. Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Statistics reported a 0.2% monthly increase in overall apartment prices for July 2026.

The Accountant General's new financial report reveals that direct war expenditures totaled 231 billion shekels between 2023 and 2025, permanently shifting Israel's defense budget to roughly 8% of GDP and driving historic increases in compensation and reconstruction outlays.

Israel's 2025 financial report warns of a depleting property tax fund, surging defense costs, and massive long-term pension liabilities reaching 718 billion NIS.

Next Vision attracts bullish coverage from Needham and UBS, with international investment firms highlighting massive growth in the stabilized drone camera market and projecting strong revenue surges.

Global markets retreat amid AI safety concerns, climbing oil prices, and rising bond yields ahead of central bank decisions. Tel Aviv indices decline while the US dollar strengthens.

Global central banks in the US, UK, and Japan signal a dramatic shift toward hawkish monetary policies amid rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions, impacting foreign exchange markets and domestic inflation forecasts.

Investment giant Citi has downgraded Wall Street to neutral amid AI safety concerns, citing potential slowdowns in artificial intelligence development and rising bond yields.

Bank of America shares dropped sharply after CEO Brian Moynihan warned of a slowdown in third-quarter capital markets activity, triggering a sector-wide sell-off across Wall Street major banks.

US 10-year Treasury yields surged to 5.026%, reaching their highest level since 2007, as Asian markets retreated and Wall Street digested AI sector volatility ahead of the Federal Reserve's rate decision.

August CPI is projected to surge by 1.0%, pushing annual inflation to 1.8% and halting rate cuts. Bank of Israel interest rate is expected to hold at 3.25% amid geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs.

FTSE semi-annual index update brings five new Israeli stocks into focus, highlighting market anticipation, ETF rebalancing effects, and trading strategies.

UBS maintains an optimistic outlook for equities despite U.S. inflation concerns and rate hike expectations. S&P 500 earnings are projected to grow significantly through 2027.

Leader Capital Markets analysts report a gradual business recovery in Israel and project a deficit below target at 4.0%-4.2% of GDP, alongside global market updates.

Pasternak-Shaham's weekly review covers the robust Israeli stock market performance, surging US Treasury yields approaching 5%, inflation metrics, and major tech earnings.

Cybersecurity stocks surged on Wall Street as AI risks and warnings from tech leaders fueled demand for security solutions, with CrowdStrike and Zscaler jumping over 15%.

Deutsche Bank analysts highlight a critical global week for central banks, as rising oil prices and inflation pressures challenge the Federal Reserve, BoE, and Bank of Japan.

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange closed higher on Monday, led by a 1.11% gain in the TA-125 index. Arit Industries surged 12.70%, while Electra Real Estate led the market decliners.

Epitomee Medical shares surged 15% on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, exceeding a 110% gain over three days following the appointment of new CEO Dolev Rafaeli. The company aims to revitalize its innovative weight-loss pill through direct-to-consumer digital channels.

Wall Street faces a high-stakes week of US macroeconomic data, Federal Reserve rate decisions, and mounting fiscal deficit concerns driven by proposed economic stimulus plans.