Economy

The earnings season on Wall Street presents an unprecedented distortion where giant companies beat forecasts but are punished with sharp price drops, while a massive trading event of billions took place in Tel Aviv.

The stock exchange closed with declines in the two leading indices, as prominent stocks recorded a free fall of up to 10.16%, while on the other hand, a surprising stock soared.

The US Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) has fallen below 300 million barrels, reaching its lowest level since 1983. Amid the war with Iran and concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices have jumped by 4%.

Famous investor Michael Burry says that Berkshire Hathaway is no longer an attractive investment in his eyes, following Warren Buffett's retirement as CEO and the transition of leadership to Greg Abel.

According to Bank of Israel data, the average interest rate on deposits for six months to a year fell in July to 3.59%, compared to 3.94% in April. The gaps between banks are significant, and the interest rate on deposits ranges from 2.9% to 6%. While interest rate cuts are quickly rolling over to deposits, the decline in mortgages is more moderate.

Following a strong earnings season that boosted global indices, new US inflation data could reshape the Federal Reserve's interest rate path. A Deutsche Bank review.

Chen Golan, Chairman and Co-Founder of Next Vision, spoke with ice about another quarter that shattered forecasts, the anticipated acquisition, and why the company is not rushing to NASDAQ. He also addressed the sensitive issue of stock sales by founders.

A new economic review by the Swiss investment bank Lombard Odier reveals that core earnings of S&P 500 companies recorded a 30% growth, despite a wave of layoffs and significant market concerns.

With over 125,000 customers and expansion into Panama, North Macedonia, and Hong Kong, the Israeli payment company continues to accelerate. CEO Yair Nechmad details the expansion of AI services, global deployment, and the confirmation of the annual forecast.

The chip giant is leveraging the surge in its stock to raise capital and fund growth opportunities in the AI era. Shares are down in pre-market trading.

The most dangerous moment in a young company's life is not when the initial plan fails, but months later, when the team identifies a necessary pivot but lacks the capital to prove it works.

In addition to a 15% tariff on polysilicon components, the order sets a minimum price that will increase the cost of components by about 40%, to strengthen the American industry, despite the fact that their project backlog is already covered by equipment ordered in advance.

The chairman of Sela Capital plans to purchase company shares, signaling confidence in the asset after a 26% decline in value this year.

The state budget deficit for the last 12 months stood at 3.3% of GDP, unchanged from June. State revenues in July climbed to 55 billion shekels.

Index funds that appear to invest in the same way are showing very different performances this year due to portfolio composition differences.

Starting as a gym chain, the company is transforming into a diversified health and sports group, operating dozens of clubs in various styles. Operational leverage may allow it to realize its ambitious goals for 2030, provided the security situation remains stable. The CEO has already voted with her own money. Company analysis.

Revenues of the manufacturer of stabilized cameras for drones rose by 138% in the second quarter, a growth driven by an increase in sales volume and the number of customers. The company is raising its revenue target for this year to $355 million, or a growth of about 111% compared to 2025.

Shapir attempted to acquire the oil refinery in Ashdod, but the Concentration Committee recommended against the deal. We examine the authority and criteria this body uses to evaluate the influence of major players on the economy.

Four life insurance giants in Tokyo are stuck with massive losses on government bonds following interest rate hikes. Now, as the yen plunges to record lows and the Americans scramble to calm the currency market, the local complication is becoming a dramatic test for the global economy.

Despite competition and war-related challenges, Partner reports a dramatic reduction in net financial debt to 128 million shekels and a positive net gain in television subscribers for the first time in four years. All data is based on financial reports.

Despite mixed market trends and warnings from economists, foreign investors continue to increase their exposure to the local market, while institutional entities have taken the opposite approach.

The "Chenoys" restaurant in Montreal, which operated for decades and was known for its smoked meat sandwiches, has closed due to debts of over one million dollars. The court rejected the request to cancel the liquidation: "The company was clearly insolvent."

The biomed company of the former BrainsWay CEO, which developed a cancer treatment, will list its shares for trading on the local stock exchange as well. After a 300% jump in the last year, the company's shares are trading at a valuation of $1.2 billion.

Doral is increasing its stake in its US subsidiary, Doral LLC, to 53.2% through a $738 million investment. The deal aims to strengthen the company's primary growth engine and provide sufficient liquidity for project development.

The pool cleaning robot manufacturer from Kibbutz Yizre'el, once valued at over 9 billion shekels, has fallen below a 200 million shekel valuation for the first time in 15 years. We examine what went wrong and why a recovery remains elusive.

Excellence Trade, part of The Phoenix, is launching a free technological tool that sends personalized investment recommendations directly to the app. The client only needs to approve the recommendation, and the system transmits the order to the stock exchange.

The trading week opens amidst geopolitical uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Wall Street returns from a strong week with major indices at record highs. Following an employment report that lowered interest rate hike expectations, investors are now focused on the upcoming Consumer Price Index. Today's earnings in Tel Aviv include Camtek and Next Vision.

The volume of bets against SpaceX stock has surged sharply. Elon Musk warns them repeatedly on X that they are playing with fire, but they are actually increasing their positions. What does this actually mean, and what could happen if the stock reverses?

The Swiss bank's economic review reveals new data on the massive fundraising of technology companies and explains why investor concerns about market distortion may be misplaced.

Dual-listed chip and software company stocks are expected to lead the opening in the green following a strong week on Wall Street. This week: almost all banks are reporting, and the US CPI will be released on Wednesday. What is expected today?

According to a new macro review by Leader Capital Markets, the economy is recovering rapidly, but an annual wage jump of about 7% creates a real inflation risk and complicates the next interest rate decision.

The bank's chief strategist, Yoni Fanning, analyzes the impact of political reports on the exchange rate, identifies sectors suffering from a labor shortage, and warns of economic consequences.

Globes presents a first update on the state of markets around the world. This morning: rising share prices in Asia, Tokyo Stock Exchange leads the positive trend. Oil prices are recording slight increases against the backdrop of uncertainty regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Wall Street returns from a winning week, with leading indices in record territory. And also: with a 40% jump in a week...

The shekel shows a slight retreat at the start of inflation week. With CPI data due in the US on Wednesday and in Israel on Friday, markets are bracing for key indicators that will influence future central bank decisions.

Since the beginning of the year, 20 companies have raised 7.7 billion shekels through IPOs. Despite the success of the defense sector, nine out of 19 stocks currently trade below their IPO price amid market caution.

Nofar Energy, controlled by Ofer Yanai, is in advanced negotiations to acquire the energy company Highlight. The potential deal is valued at 100-150 million NIS.

After suffering heavy losses from 'dream stocks', Israeli retail investors are shifting their portfolios toward chip giants and AI. This transition reflects a move from chasing hype to targeting long-term macro trends.

Israel's largest financial asset firm, Phoenix, is launching its own hedge fund division. The company is recruiting senior industry professionals to compete with established firms like Sphera and Alpha.

The veteran video company, which lost 86% after its IPO, surged sharply following the launch of an AI product and reports that beat expectations. Will the acquisitions it made and its entry into the world of visual avatars breathe life into it against giants like Synthesia and Nvidia, or is this premature enthusiasm?

Trustees of the collapsed summer camp company Cimed have reached agreements to sell its assets, potentially allowing for full debt repayment to Israeli investors. Funds like Clearmark and Brosh, which purchased bonds after the collapse, expect significant returns from the realization of hidden value.