Economy

Carrefour CEO makes a first move: Moshe Davi will manage the chain's PR system
Moshe Davi enters the PR system of retail chains in Israel for the first time, as Davi Communications will manage the public relations system of the Carrefour chain in Israel. This is the first significant move by the incoming CEO, Inbal Harson.

Palo Alto Acquired a Startup Without Disclosing CEO Nikesh Arora's Investment
Palo Alto has acquired the startup Console for an estimated $500 million, without disclosing the deal's value. It has emerged that Palo Alto CEO Nikesh Arora was among the startup's early investors.

Tzahi Hagag earns hundreds of millions: hundreds of apartments sold in five months
Hagag Europe reports the sale of hundreds of housing units in Romania within just five months and estimates that the gross profit from the next stages will reach an unprecedented amount.

ServiceNow Acquires Israeli Enterprise Startup Sweep for $400 Million
Enterprise software giant ServiceNow is expanding its AI and metadata management capabilities with the acquisition of Israeli startup Sweep. Sources indicate the deal is valued at approximately $400 million.

Will it save the game? The surprising sponsorship received by "Legionnaire"
The online game that has captivated hundreds of thousands of Israelis in just two weeks is generating huge cloud costs and threatening to crash, but now a first and exclusive commercial partnership has been revealed that may save the situation.

Rotem Sela's brand disappears after massive launch
Rotem Sela launched a new dietary supplement brand with a stunning presentation, but customers who searched for it on Google could not find the site and encountered a list of failures on the official page.

"We are in the global top": Omri Casspi raised $250 million for a third fund
Former basketball player and venture capitalist Omri Casspi has completed a $250 million raise for his third fund. The total volume of assets under management at Swish Ventures has reached $800 million.

Omri Casspi Raised $250 Million for Third Swish Ventures Fund
The new fund of the former NBA player will invest in about 12 startups in the fields of cyber, AI, and defense. Following the raise, the assets under management of Swish grow to about $800 million.

Revolution at Bank Leumi: The unique service arriving for the first time in Israel
Bank Leumi is expanding its service revolution and launching its banking application in five languages: Hebrew, English, Arabic, Russian, and French. Customers will be able to perform a variety of advanced operations in their preferred language.

For the first time in Orenstein-Hoshen leadership: promoting two senior consultants to partners
Tal Shapira and Matan Bar-Nir, currently members of the firm's management forum, will be appointed as partners and will be responsible for managing work teams; leading complex communication systems for strategic clients; and formulating training, enrichment workshops, and mentoring and growth programs. Orenstein and Hoshen: "We are proud to promote excellent professionals who have become full...

Strauss completed the acquisition of a food manufacturer in Brazil – the consideration was reduced by 20%
Strauss, through its joint venture 3corações, has finalized the acquisition of Brazilian food producer Yoki. The final transaction value reached 642 million reals, 20% lower than the initial estimate.

Chip Giant Broadcom Releases Results: Is the Stock an Investment Opportunity?
Broadcom demonstrates fantastic growth, establishing itself as a key beneficiary of the AI revolution through strategic collaborations. Despite temporary stock price volatility, massive profit forecasts make it a compelling investment.

Automotive giant with great news for Israelis: 475 km without paying an extra shekel
GEELY updates its local model lineup: the E5 crossover will be marketed with an enlarged battery and a range of 475 km with no change in price, and a new trim level for the Starray will improve electric range. All the details.

Rami Levy and Harel Wizel unveil unique retail management training program
Leading figures in the Israeli retail sector have launched a first-of-its-kind bachelor's degree program that combines academic studies with practical internships to train the next generation of industry managers.

Nati Saidoff Sells 4% of Shikun & Binui Shares at a Discount, Stock Drops
Shikun & Binui Chairman Nati Saidoff has sold 4% of the company's shares to institutional investors for 450 million shekels. Following the discounted sale, the stock price fell by 4.1%.

Ofer Yanai in turmoil: New CEO resigns after 9 days on the job
The management crisis at Ofer Yanai's Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club has reached a new peak following the rapid departure of CEO Oren Hasson. This latest upheaval comes as the team struggles with a sharp decline in season ticket sales.

First report: ServiceNow acquires Israeli startup Sweep for $400 million
American software giant ServiceNow has completed the acquisition of the Israeli startup Sweep. According to information received, the deal is valued at $400 million.

Bank Discount Raises Billions Internationally, Surpassing State Credit Rating
The bank completed a massive move in international markets that drew billions in demand, with a rating higher than that of the state and at a lower interest rate compared to government bonds.

A revolution in the Israeli automotive market: new service revealed
Automotive giant Colmobil announces a strategic move, launching a dedicated service that offers businesses a flexible solution for work vehicle rentals without long-term commitments.

Max Stock to lease logistics center in Ofakim from company owned by CEO Ori Max
Max Stock has signed a lease agreement for a new 45,000-square-meter logistics center in Ofakim with GT Holdings, a company co-owned by its CEO, Ori Max. The project, expected to be completed in 2028, involves an investment of approximately 20 million shekels.

Major real estate deal: Sofrin sells property for 82.1 million shekels
The Sofrin Group, Weiss, and Orcom Real Estate are selling approximately 4,657 sqm of office space and 49 parking spots in Jerusalem. Following the sale, nearly 69% of the office space in the project will be occupied.

65% Stock Jump in 30 Days: LivePerson Approves Merger with SoundHound AI
LivePerson shareholders have voted to approve the acquisition by SoundHound AI. The deal, aimed at strengthening the company's position in the Conversational AI market, is expected to close by September 4, 2026.

Max Stock expands logistics capacity: a deal worth tens of millions of shekels
Amid a trend of dramatic expansion in Israel, Max Stock is leasing approximately 45,000 square meters in a logistics center being built by GT Real Estate in Ofakim for a 20-year term.

With $20 million in commitments: Former Psagot analyst launches new hedge fund
Businessman David Galperin and investment manager Emil Goldfarb are launching the hedge fund Centenario Capital. The fund is starting with $20 million in investment commitments.

Stark Power raises $85 million from Israeli bank for major deal
The infrastructure company is in advanced negotiations to acquire an active power plant and a storage project in the USA. The assets are expected to generate an annual EBITDA of up to $33 million. At the same time, it is in talks to receive credit from an Israeli bank.

Yitzhak Tshuva breaks records: a massive multi-billion fundraising on the stock exchange
NewMed Energy, the energy partnership owned by the billionaire, has received exceptional trust from institutional entities in Israel and will issue a new series of long-term bonds that will support the development of the second phase of its flagship project.

PayPal lays off about 20% of its employees in Israel
International payment giant PayPal is cutting approximately 70 out of 300 staff members at its Israeli R&D center. The move is part of a global efficiency plan aimed at saving $1.5 billion annually.

Retailer Get Fresh Estonia Faces Financial Collapse: Operations Halted and Debts Mount
Get Fresh Estonia has encountered a severe financial crisis and filed for insolvency. CEO Andero Keronen admitted: "We realized that our situation is worse than we thought."

Kan 11 reveals the 2026/27 season: A giant deal with Netflix
The corporation presents upcoming original productions and reveals a dramatic international collaboration that will bring the biggest hits of the Israeli screen to millions of viewers around the world.

Tzahi Abu expands in the South: 38.4 million shekel shopping center deal
Ari Nadlan, controlled by Tzahi Abu, is acquiring 65% of Tana Commercial Centers for 38.4 million shekels, a sum that includes the repayment of owner loans.

SodaStream to Compensate Customers with 2.9 Million Shekels
In the motion to certify the lawsuit against the company, it was claimed that it prevents customers who purchased subscriptions for gas cylinders from utilizing their balance towards the end of the subscription period. The company claimed that customers are free to use the entire quantity. The court approved a settlement agreement reached between the parties, according to which SodaStream will...

"By mistake": Hotel replaced 10 of 17 wedding dishes, court orders compensation
A Chinese couple who paid in advance for a premium wedding catering package discovered after the event that they had received a cheaper menu due to staff error. The court ruled this a breach of contract and ordered the hotel to provide compensation.

All draft picks forfeited: unprecedented punishment for the Clippers
After a months-long investigation, the NBA has severely punished the Los Angeles Clippers for violating salary cap rules in the Kawhi Leonard affair: the team was fined $30 million, owner Steve Ballmer was suspended for a year, and the player himself was also fined.

Palo Alto results proved that the rumor that AI would bury cyber was exaggerated
Following a 100% jump in the stock since the beginning of the year, investors developed impossible expectations for Palo Alto. The world's largest cybersecurity company published excellent financial reports.

Aya New York pledged future income from assets already pledged to bondholders
Aya New York revealed in its Q2 2026 financial statements that it had pledged future income from assets already serving as collateral for its bondholders.

Yohananof Launches Unique Social Supermarket in Rehovot
The major food chain has partnered with a non-profit organization to open a store in Rehovot for families in need, offering products at significantly discounted prices.

High-tech layoff wave continues: Israeli company IVIX cuts 10% of staff
Israeli tech firm IVIX, which combats financial crime for governments, has announced a 10% workforce reduction alongside a strategic pivot toward new AI-driven investigative tools.

Strauss Expands Yotvata Line: Now Dairy-Free
The familiar flavors of Yotvata arrive in a new version: Strauss has launched a series of soy-based chocolate drinks and iced coffee. The products carry a 'parve' kashrut certification, making them suitable for those who strictly separate meat and dairy.

Report: American firm Proofpoint in talks to acquire Israeli cyber company Varonis
American company Proofpoint is in advanced talks to acquire the Israeli cyber firm Varonis. Following the report, Varonis's market capitalization on Wall Street jumped by 10%.

A billion dollars in a day: A blitz of three giant funding rounds
The Israeli high-tech sector has seen a surge in investment, with WonderFul, Upwind, and Lyte raising a combined total of one billion dollars in a single day, signaling a robust recovery.