Economy

Israeli burger chain expands: new branch opens - and this time it's kosher
The "Chantro" chef burger chain by chef Hamada Atamna is launching its fifth, kosher branch under the supervision of the Rabbinate, featuring indulgent sauces made from vegan cheeses, glatt kosher entrecote meat, and self-service ordering kiosks.

Mizrahi Tefahot Analysis: What to Expect from Nvidia's August 26 Report
Uzi Levi, Director of Securities Research at Mizrahi Tefahot Bank, provides a special analysis ahead of the chip giant's results. Will a strong report satisfy investors, what is the outlook for Blackwell, and how will it impact the market?

The market is already pricing in poor service — and Chinese importers will feel it in the second-hand market
The Chinese automotive market highlights that post-sale service quality is becoming a key driver of brand loyalty. As the Israeli market undergoes 'Sinization,' it faces similar challenges where poor service standards are beginning to impact brand reputation and long-term vehicle value.

A 45% jump: The currency that returned to a nearly decade-long high
For the first time since 2018: Do the growing interest in anonymous currencies and the move by Grayscale signal a deeper change in the market?

Trump Pushes for Manufacturing in the USA: Are There Investment Opportunities?
Tariff policy and the surge in AI data centers are driving the infrastructure giant to record results. One of the stocks that benefited most is Caterpillar—is it still attractive?

Stock Market Ranking: Two Giants Fall by 10%
While the top ten remains unchanged, the market saw sharp movements: Palo Alto and Tower shares dropped amid profit-taking and sector volatility, while Phoenix insurance stood out with gains ahead of upcoming quarterly reports.

Communities, hedge funds, and money management: "If you don't sleep well, it's not worth it"
Feed HaKesef is a podcast hosting leaders of Israel's largest financial communities to discuss investments, money, and current economic trends. In this episode, Noa Israeli, Merav Cohen Mor, and Oren Barsky explore the new generation of investors, professional management principles, and how to apply them to a personal portfolio.

200,000 Shekels Monthly Salary: Azorim Chairman's Compensation Terms Revealed
The board of directors of Azorim is set to extend the tenure of chairman Gershi Friedman for another year. Details regarding his monthly compensation and bonus structure have been disclosed.

Warren Buffett reveals: "My wife's inheritance will be invested in one thing only"
The legendary investor, who retired earlier this year from managing Berkshire Hathaway and passed the baton to his successor Greg Abel, instructed the trustee of his wife's funds to invest almost all the money in one thing. What does the man who beat the market for six decades recommend his wife do - and what does it mean for investors?

Apartment buyers canceled 15 deals at Azorim: The drama in Tel Aviv
The company's report for the second quarter shows a decrease in revenue from apartment sales. However, the real estate giant shows a significant increase in net profit to 54 million shekels. What happened to the sales pace, what influenced the wave of cancellations, and how much did the company sell in the last half year? The CEO: "We grew compared to the first quarter."

Supergas Power: Consumer Compensation and Half-Year Financial Results
Supergas Power reports a 26% revenue increase to 493 million shekels and the sale of its gas operations for 395 million shekels. Consumers are set to receive over 31 million shekels in compensation as part of a settlement agreement.

Channel 16 expands reach: Now available on FreeTV platform
The new news channel, anchored by Yaakov Eilon, has signed a cooperation agreement with FreeTV and is now available to the platform's subscribers.

NVIDIA is 'not acquiring' a startup in a $6 billion deal
NVIDIA has entered into a $6 billion deal with the startup Poolside, securing access to its AI models and a team of 109 engineers. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the company's position in the field of 'open weights' models.
Captain Hagai Mayer Elected Chairman of the Israel Airline Pilots Association
Mayer, an El Al captain and long-time council member of the Pilots Association, also serves as IFALPA Vice President for the Middle East: "We will focus on the struggle for an independent and strong Israeli aviation."

Management staff to join field shifts: Israel Airports Authority's exceptional measure following congestion
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...

"For me, the transition to Delek Energy Renewables is a natural return home to the kibbutzim and moshavim"
At the peak of his success as CEO of Doral Israel, at only 37 years old and managing turnovers of billions of shekels and hundreds of employees, Avital Ofek decided to leave everything to build something new. In an interview, he talks about his rise to the top of the energy world, the new management concept he brings to the Delek Energy Renewables group, and his future goals.

Yohananoff Chain Announces Massive 50% Discounts on Dozens of Items
The "Yohananoff" supermarket chain is holding a massive sale until August 28, offering dozens of food, pharmacy, and cleaning products at half price.

Author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' issues sharp warning: 'Heavy losses'
Robert Kiyosaki sharply criticizes the US Treasury's decision to expand bond buybacks, calling it a hidden issuance. With the national debt crossing the $40 trillion mark for the first time, Kiyosaki warns of an inflation spike and urges investment in Bitcoin, gold, silver, and real estate.

Roman Abramovich watches from the sidelines: The empire he built is on the way to collapse
The empire created by the Russian oligarch is on the way to total chaos. New regulations in England prohibiting owners from injecting money freely, a blocked accounting trick, and a visceral conflict between billionaires are freezing an investment worth 5 billion pounds.

Fired while her husband was on reserve duty: Court ordered compensation of tens of thousands of shekels
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.

Towards the trading week: The event that will dictate the market direction
All eyes are on the reports of the most important company in the world, the barometer of AI trading. Tel Aviv concluded a mixed week as insurance surged and chips crashed. The local reporting season is entering its final stretch, with tensions against Iran in the background.

Bitcoin crosses $80,000 - and analysts point out: this is the next target
The US government bond market is in turmoil, Bitcoin is breaking the $80,000 mark, and the earnings season reveals a weak consumer alongside the continued AI boom. Financial experts analyze the deep forces driving the markets.

National Insurance Institute: Benefit payments to be transferred early
Due to the upcoming weekend, the National Insurance Institute is adjusting the payment schedule for various benefits for hundreds of thousands of Israelis. Find out exactly when the funds will reach your bank account.

Fashion chain in multi-front crisis: millions in debt, massive lawsuit against CEO
Despite the recovery of the men's fashion market since COVID, the "Peter Manning New York" fashion chain was forced to file for bankruptcy following a massive lawsuit by a supplier over unpaid invoices.

The dilemma of the 300 members of Kibbutz Yizre'el and the talk in the dining hall about the fall of Maytronics
The company, owned by Kibbutz Yizre'el, which gained awareness in Israel and the world thanks to swimming pool cleaning robots, is in the biggest crisis in its history. After reaching a peak value of about 9 billion shekels, its value is now estimated at less than 300 million shekels. The FIMI fund is in talks to invest in the company. A kibbutz member told Globes: "It hurts our pride, but we knew...

In which city was a 3-room private house sold for a million shekels?
Also: how much was a 2.5-room apartment sold for in Bat Yam and how much was paid for a 4-room apartment in Kiryat Gat? Making a deal.

Paying a double price: The immense economic burden on reservist families
A new study sheds light on the heavy economic burden placed on reservists and their families: more than half report increased household expenses and career damage following their service. The situation is also troubling for the general public: 77% of parents in Israel are forced to cut back on buying clothes for their children, and 45% feel that the situation harms their ability to provide a good...

Celebrities earning 60,000 shekels cancel deals: Dramatic data from the Ministry of Finance
Behind the wave of deal cancellations, the Ministry of Finance has identified a concerning trend: wealthy individuals, including celebrities, are purchasing apartments from contractors and canceling contracts without facing penalties. Experts point to aggressive developer financing campaigns as the primary driver.

On the way to an IPO? Oranim Group is on the way to raising 600 million shekels of debt in Tel Aviv, intended to replace bank debt
The Oranim Group, one of Israel's oldest construction firms, is looking to raise 600 million shekels on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. The funds are intended to replace 523 million shekels in bank debt.

Institutional investors on the way to the hedge fund market: why now, and why it is not certain to pay off
In recent months, Israeli investment houses have begun actively acquiring hedge funds. Experts are debating whether this is a strategic business expansion or an overpayment for assets with questionable future returns.

The struggle in the Orion board of directors complicates: Are the Ha-Bayta representatives in a conflict of interest?
Tomorrow, the shareholders' meeting of the Orion company is expected to take place, where decisions regarding the composition of the board of directors will be made. The Meitav investment house and Ha-Bayta are seeking to appoint their own representatives, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.

Morris Wilner Increases Stake in Heachsharat HaYishuv to 14.13% and Explores Joint Control
Jewish-American businessman Morris Wilner has increased his stake in Heachsharat HaYishuv to 14.13%, purchasing shares at 40 NIS. He has held meetings with controlling shareholder Ofer Nimrodi regarding potential joint management.

Amazon's machine does not stop on its way to a trillion dollars in revenue (except in Israel)
According to the internet giant's reports, in 2028 it will surpass the trillion-dollar revenue threshold. Its business model, in which revenue engines feed each other, has become an industry standard for companies like Walmart and platforms like TikTok Shop, which are trying to take a bite out of it. Also in the article: why its presence in Israel is minor compared to retail giants from China.

"I felt like they were hunting him": The traders who smelled that Ashenbrenner's fund was in trouble, and rushed to act
The Situational Awareness hedge fund of Wall Street's new wunderkind went into a tailspin within a few days at the end of July. Market traders, fueled by rumors about the sale of its holdings in Anthropic and relying on unusual movements in the options market, took steps to distance themselves from the ticking bomb, and some even profited from the fall.

The transformation of the Haifa area and investment opportunities
Giant projects planned in the Haifa metropolis in the coming years are set to significantly reshape the region. We examine the timelines and the potential impact on the city and investors.

House in Katzrin sold for 6 million shekels – record price on the Golan Heights
The property in Katzrin, an 8-room house with a pool and two guest units, was purchased by a couple from the USA. The property is located in the southern part of the neighborhood, features an exceptionally large built-up area, and offers an unobstructed view of the Zavitan Stream.

Super-Pharm slashes prices: products available for just a few shekels
The major pharmacy chain is launching a series of significant discounts on a variety of home, grooming, and hygiene products. However, some benefits are subject to specific conditions that shoppers should review before reaching the checkout.

Oshers Ad crashes prices: branded towel for only 9.90 NIS
Retail chain Oshers Ad is offering beach towels from a well-known sports brand for only 9.90 NIS, significantly undercutting market prices.

Bill Gates' dramatic move and the intriguing forecast on Wall Street
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Trust invested approximately $180 million in FedEx Freight (FDXF) shares. The acquisition of 1.19 million shares occurred in the second quarter of 2026, shortly after the company spun off from its parent, FedEx.

Money doesn't solve everything: The new fear of wealthy families in America
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...