Economy
Annual Leave Rights in Israel: Legal Rules and Common Employer Mistakes
An expert analysis of annual leave rights in Israel with Adv. Moshe Boshi, detailing accumulation rules, part-time calculations, negative balances, and termination payouts.
From Hardship to High-Tech: Kiryat Gat Residents Find Success at Intel
Three Kiryat Gat residents overcame major personal and professional hurdles to secure advanced technical roles at Intel. Their success highlights an expanding regional training model aiming to integrate hundreds of locals into high-tech manufacturing.
Clal Insurance Ordered to Pay 50,000 Shekels for Discriminating Against Blind Candidate
The Regional Labor Court ordered Clal Insurance to pay 50,000 shekels for discriminating against a blind job applicant by refusing to accommodate screen-reader software.
AIG Israel Strike Escalates as Service Department Halts Operations
The labor dispute at AIG Israel escalated as the service department joined a full strike, halting all company operations amid a deadlock in collective agreement negotiations.
Unemployed Academics in Israel Surge 46% Amid Labor Market Shifts
The share of unemployed academics in Israel surged 46% to 20.5% in August 2026, driven by tech sector softening and seasonal educational layoffs, reflecting a broader weakening of high-skilled labor.
Tishrei Holidays and Employment Law: Rights, Pay, and Collective Leave
A comprehensive legal guide regarding employers' and employees' rights during the Israeli Tishrei holiday season, detailing holiday pay, overtime, collective leave, and holiday gifts.
Navigating Workplace Boundaries and Toxic Management in Israel
Workplace boundary issues, toxic management tactics, and the Israeli "we are family" culture are examined by HR experts Sivan David and Noa Leibowitz, alongside challenges faced by IDF reservists.
Commuter Wins 3,000 NIS After Dan Buses Repeatedly Bypass Petah Tikva Stop
A Petah Tikva commuter won 3,000 NIS in damages after suing the Dan bus company for repeatedly bypassing his stop. The court rejected the company's defense and validated the passenger's documented evidence.
AIG Israel Faces Full Strike Tomorrow After Labor Negotiations Collapse
AIG Israel faces a full strike tomorrow after labor talks between management, the workers committee, and the Histadrut collapsed over wages, job security, and AI voice tech.
Investigative Journalist Gur Megiddo Leaves TheMarker and Retires
Prominent investigative journalist Gur Megiddo leaves TheMarker after 12 years, announcing his retirement from journalism amid ongoing layoffs at the Haaretz Group.
Matf Employees Protest First International Bank CEO Over Salary Deductions
Employees of First International Bank's IT subsidiary, Matf, protested against CEO Eli Cohen over disputed salary deductions during a holiday event, despite a recent labor agreement.
Kvish Yisrael Employees Unionize Under Histadrut for Job Security
Around 120 employees of the state-owned company Kvish Yisrael unionized under the Histadrut to secure better working conditions and a first collective agreement.
Rosh HaShanah 2026: Israeli Employee Holiday Gift Market Surpasses ₪5.5 Billion
A comprehensive survey for Rosh HaShanah 2026 reveals that the employee holiday gift market in Israel has surpassed ₪5.5 billion. While digital apps and deep personalization are expanding, physical gifts remain surprisingly popular among workers.
High Altitudes and High Pay: Inside Airline Pilot Salaries in Israel
Israeli airline pilot salaries range from 20,000 to 80,000 NIS gross per month, placing them among the highest earners in the local economy despite expensive initial training.
Ex-Manager Sues Maccabi for 446,000 Shekels Over Dismissal
A former Maccabi regional laboratory manager is suing the health fund for 446,000 shekels, alleging wrongful termination during reserve duty after refusing to switch his medical insurance.
South Port Signs First Collective Agreement for 400 Employees
South Port has signed its first collective bargaining agreement for 400 workers, improving wages, introducing productivity bonuses, and expanding employee welfare benefits.
South Port and Histadrut Sign Landmark Collective Wage Agreement
The Histadrut, South Port management, and workers signed a landmark collective agreement featuring substantial wage hikes, productivity bonuses, and enhanced welfare benefits.
AI and Restructuring Drive Corporate Layoffs Among Senior Managers
The artificial intelligence revolution is reshaping corporate structures, leading to widespread layoffs among middle and senior management as companies demand greater agility, execution capabilities, and adaptability.
Business Owners Demand Refunds in Viral Drone Track Copyright Dispute
Small business owners who paid settlements to Nir Krigel over the viral drone track are demanding a 75 percent refund. Attorneys argue Krigel does not hold full copyright, citing a co-creator and prior use in a Superman film.
Architect Salaries in Israel: From Junior Drafting to Partnership Pay
Junior architects in Israel earn 12,000 to 16,000 NIS gross monthly before licensing, while registered professionals see higher salaries ranging up to 35,000 NIS.
Labor Court Rules Ashkelon Rocket Trauma Qualifies as Work Injury
A labor court ruled that a hospital worker's PTSD and hearing loss from an Ashkelon rocket attack days after October 7 are work injuries, recognizing a continuous chain of events.
West Bank Unemployment Hits 30% as Palestinian Economy Strains Under War
Economic analyst Doron Peskin discusses how the closure of the Israeli market to Palestinian workers and banking crises have pushed West Bank unemployment to 30%, though the economy is holding on.
Tel Aviv Court Recognizes Firefighter's Lung Disease as Work Injury
The Tel Aviv Labor Court recognized a 70-year-old firefighter as a workplace accident victim due to lung disease, rejecting the National Insurance Institute's opposition and ordering 7,000 NIS in legal fees.
Drushim Launches AI Career Platform as Tech Jobs Shift to Traditional Sectors
Israeli job board Drushim has launched an AI-powered career platform featuring personalized matching and resume-free applications. The launch comes as tech roles shift toward traditional sectors.
Court Orders Clal Insurance to Pay 50,000 NIS for Rejecting Blind Job Applicant
The Beersheba Labor Court ordered Clal Insurance to pay 50,000 NIS to a blind applicant rejected for a call center job. The court ruled the company failed to properly evaluate his accessibility needs.
Union Boycott Forces KKL to Cancel Event, Wasting 1 Million NIS
A KKL employee appreciation event was canceled after union leader Israel Goldstein ordered a boycott, wasting over 1 million NIS. The move highlights a bitter dispute over efficiency reforms and workforce cuts.
KKL Union Boycott Forces Cancellation of 1 Million NIS Employee Event
A KKL employee appreciation event was canceled after union leader Israel Goldstein ordered a boycott, wasting over 1 million NIS. The move intensifies a dispute over management's efficiency plans and workforce cuts.
SasaTech Signs First Collective Agreement Near Lebanese Border
SasaTech signed its first collective agreement at the Dalton Industrial Park near the Lebanese border, securing a 10% wage hike, study funds, and a special war bonus of over 5,000 NIS per worker.
Former Anchor Netali Shem Tov Settles Lawsuit Against News 13
Former News 13 anchor Netali Shem Tov has reached a confidential financial settlement with the channel following her lawsuit alleging unlawful termination and political harassment.
AI Era Readiness: How Singapore and Switzerland Lead Global Workforce Training
Global studies by the OECD and Stanford highlight gaps in workforce readiness for the AI era. While Singapore and Switzerland lead with robust retraining models, Israel faces the challenge of building a national lifelong learning system.

Emigration of Israeli Doctors Surges by 94% Over Past Decade, Study Shows
A Tel Aviv University study reveals that 1,369 doctors left Israel between 2023 and 2025, marking a 94% increase from a decade ago. Medical leaders warn of severe long-term impacts on healthcare quality and clinical training.
Israeli Employees to Receive Over 5.5 Billion NIS in Rosh Hashanah Holiday Gifts
A new survey of 1,200 Israeli workplaces shows holiday gifts for Rosh Hashanah will total over 5.5 billion NIS. The Israel Airports Authority leads with gifts worth 1,400 NIS per employee.
Israel Tour Guides and Organizers Sign New Collective Labor Agreement to Boost Salaries
The Israel Tour Guides Association and tour organizers signed a new collective labor agreement to update salaries and secure industry stability through August 2030.
Israeli Doctor Brain Drain Surges Fivefold Over Last Two Years
A new Tel Aviv University study reveals a sharp increase in the emigration of Israeli doctors. In 2023–2024, Israel suffered a net loss of 509 physicians, nearly five times the annual average recorded in the previous decade.
Wolt to Pay Delivery Riders NIS 34.3 Million in Landmark Class Action Settlement
Wolt has reached a compromise in a major Israeli class action lawsuit, agreeing to pay delivery riders NIS 34.3 million. The settlement provides social benefits and minimum hourly rates while preserving their independent contractor status.
Employment Service: 49% of Summer Layoffs in Israel Are Repeat Dismissals
A new report by the Israeli Employment Service reveals a 'revolving door' phenomenon affecting 15,000 summer layoffs. Nearly half of those dismissed face chronic job insecurity, heavily impacting women and older workers.
Train Service Suspended Between Tel Aviv and Netanya Due to Infrastructure Damage
Train service between Tel Aviv Savidor Merkaz and Netanya was temporarily halted tonight after an Israel Electric Corporation cable damaged the railway electrification network near Shefayim.
Train Service Suspended Between Tel Aviv and Netanya Due to Power Line Damage
Train traffic between Tel Aviv Savidor Center and Netanya was halted on Sunday morning. A power cable damaged the overhead electrical infrastructure during utility works near Shefayim.
Amidar Signs New Collective Agreement for 400 Public Housing Workers
Amidar, the Maof union, and the workers' committee signed a collective agreement. The deal includes retroactive compensation for 2019–2025, a 1,000 NIS signing bonus, and a shorter workweek.
Shufersal fired a veteran employee before retirement: the incident was recognized as a work accident
An employee who worked at Shufersal for four decades was fired ten months before his retirement. The National Insurance Institute recognized his health issues following the dismissal notice as a work accident.