Economy

Following recent turmoil at Ben Gurion Airport, the Treasury is pushing to shift operations to a franchise model. The ministry aims to curb union influence and improve service efficiency by rejecting demands for additional permanent staff.

The National Labor Court rejected the appeal of the Dfus Offset Emmanuel company and upheld an unprecedented compensation of half a million shekels for violating the right to organize, as a deterrent.

According to the Ministry of Finance's chief economist, the economic cost of reserve duty has surged: about 39,000 shekels per month for men aged 22–30, and about 68,000 shekels for those aged 31–39.

The University of Haifa is facing a 60 million shekel annual deficit. As part of a recovery plan, 170 non-tenured lecturers have received notices of dismissal or position reductions.

A recruitment expert who has worked with Google and TikTok reveals the dramatic shift in the job market and explains which common phrases in resumes cause employers to reject you immediately.

Receiving a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) often causes panic, but it does not mean immediate termination. An expert explains how to properly handle the process to either save your job or prepare for the job market.

The disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport sparked a debate on strike practice. How is a strike defined, and when is it legal? The 'Hamashrok' (The Whistle) from Globes explains the concepts.

The sense of mission has been replaced by frustration: about half of teaching students do not intend to enter classrooms, and the number of graduates has reached a decade low. Data from the CBS and the Knesset reveal that one in five new teachers leaves within five years. Three teachers who decided to quit share their stories of shattered dreams: "The system does not allow for true education."

If this week's Zoom meeting made you rethink your career choices, we have comforting news: you are doing just fine. Before you update your LinkedIn, check out the 5 most surprising professions in the country.

While employers in Israel praise the productivity of the approximately quarter-million workers who replaced the Palestinians, severe rights violations and appalling living conditions are being exposed, threatening to lead to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis.

Yaffa Ben-David warned on 103fm radio that the education system is currently short of nearly 5,000 teaching staff, and argued that without addressing the root of the problem, the situation will worsen: "Salary is important, but it alone will not solve the shortage."

The Israel Airports Authority has decided to return Ben Gurion Airport to routine operations through the temporary reinforcement of headquarters and management staff in the field. Additionally, it was noted that recruitment of employees continues ahead of the Tishrei holidays. The Ministry of Transport announced the establishment of an external review committee to examine the events that led to...

An employee whose partner was drafted under 'Order 8' was forced to stay home with two toddlers and was suddenly fired under the pretext of 'activity reduction'. The Labor Court ruled that the dismissal was in violation of the Law on Protection of Employees in Emergency Situations and ordered the company to pay compensation of approximately 137,000 shekels.

Even the wealthiest parents in the United States are currently worried about the economic future of their children. Generation Z is dealing with a slowdown in hiring for entry-level jobs, fierce competition, and the entry of artificial intelligence into roles previously performed by recent university graduates. Now, even billionaires with vast wealth are starting to ask themselves the same...

An internal report from the Israel Airports Authority workers' committee reveals a critical staffing shortage. Employees are forced to work up to 260 hours a month, threatening airport operations ahead of the holiday season.

A new study found that employees working from home reported higher well-being and left their jobs at a lower rate than office employees. No evidence was found that remote work harms communication between staff.

A century ago, Henry Ford established the five-day work week. Today, technology and AI are dismantling these structures, turning work into a 24/7 process where AI agents operate under human oversight.

Israel Airports Authority (IAA) Chairman, Major General (res.) Iftach Ron-Tal, addressed the chaos at Ben Gurion Airport caused by a workers' strike. He labeled the move as "bullying" and vowed to hold those responsible accountable.

The legendary judge of "MasterChef" speaks candidly about the big money behind the scenes, the pressure to land campaigns, how she plans her next business empire, and her past financial situation: "I am talking about a livelihood" | All the details

The surprise strike at Ben Gurion Airport turns the spotlight on the powerful union chairman who has held the position for four decades and is effectively closing the skies, not for the first time.

Getting out of bed, making coffee, and opening the computer sounds like a recipe for laziness. And yet, more and more people are discovering that the days they work from home are actually the days they manage to get into a rhythm, focus, and check off their tasks. So why might we be more productive at home?

Rapper Riley's songs praised the restaurant where he worked, but management claimed they violated policies prohibiting filming content at the workplace. Riley noted that despite the firing, he "loves Waffle House" and is open to future collaborations with the chain.

The Central Elections Committee is recruiting approximately 100,000 staff members for the upcoming election day on October 27. Various roles are available with salaries reaching up to 3,000 NIS and a 18% tax rate. While polling station secretary positions are filled, other roles remain open for applicants.

Novolog CEO Aviad Bosi and CFO Yaniv Vidavsky will leave their positions in four months. The departure follows the Pozis family's move to secure a 44% controlling stake and replace the board of directors. Oded Pozis is expected to spearhead a new strategic plan for the company.

Shmuel Harlap, who controlled the car importer Colmobil, turned it into a dominant player in the local market with the Mitsubishi and Hyundai brands, as well as Chery and Omoda. He was among the early investors in Mobileye and made a successful exit upon its sale. At the same time, he was involved in extensive philanthropic activity.

Every year, about 1,500 new social workers finish their studies, but many of them do not reach the public sector, and those who do often drop out within two years. Severe burnout, a salary that does not keep up with the cost of living, and an unimaginable workload push them out. "When I started dreaming about work at night, I realized that was enough."

While the fate of the ZIM sale remains undecided, new CEO Chen Lichtenstein is bringing a more open management style to the shipping company, contrasting with his predecessor Eli Glickman. ZIM's second-quarter reports show a return to profitability.

UVision CFO Roni Barak has left his position amid the company's IPO preparations. He will be replaced by Eyal Rubin, the current CFO of Nasus Pharma.

Any gap between the signed contract and the actual billing immediately turns into a sharp operational and reputational conflict.

In the documentary series "Money of Their Own" on Kan 11, successful Israeli entrepreneurs and executives discuss the barriers they faced on their path to the top.

The National Public Transport Authority is launching a crackdown on the use of contract drivers. Operators will face fines of 10,000 shekels for every trip performed by drivers not directly employed by the company.

The Government Companies Authority publishes data on the fees of external legal advisors. The report reveals that the government bodies with the highest expenses are the Israel Electric Corporation, NTA, and Mekorot, highlighting a high degree of market concentration.

Many self-employed individuals and business owners face financial confusion between home and business expenses. A new platform offers a comprehensive management and clearing solution, with unique adaptation for the Haredi public and a significant two-year fee waiver.

Pasternak Shoham is preparing for an IPO and reveals the salaries of its senior executives. Kérastase opens its first pop-up in Israel with Sydney Sweeney, and Office Depot returns to Eilat. Google, Teva, JDC, and the Clear Sky organization will distribute an innovation award to non-profits in the field of mental health.

Dreams come true: Yonatan Ben-Shabat was severely wounded during the fighting in Gaza and today moves in a wheelchair, but this week he celebrated the opening of the new branch of his jewelry brand at Azrieli.

A new collective agreement has been signed, significantly upgrading employment conditions for 2,000 bus drivers at Kavim. The deal includes special monthly bonuses, increased welfare budgets, and salary hikes totaling thousands of shekels.

When one job opening receives hundreds of applications, methods must change. Yehonatan Alfasi from Ti-Space shares strategies to help candidates reach decision-makers directly.

Employment data from the Central Bureau of Statistics and the Employment Service indicate that the country has returned to a 'war routine.' This hinders growth and the entry of young people into the labor market, causing long-term economic damage.

The cost of living, life expectancy, and pension gaps are driving many Israelis to remain in the labor market beyond age 65. Analysis of Hilan's data reveals significant gender gaps favoring men, strong loyalty to existing employers, and distinct sectoral trends for older workers.

Demand for juniors in high-tech has shrunk, many young people remain outside the labor market, and about a quarter of a million workers have simply "disappeared". The average wage in the economy has indeed risen by 7%, but in practice, it is barely felt in the pocket. Why is this happening, and how much has the war affected the data?