Consumer Spending

Data from the Phoenix Gamma index reveals that last-minute Rosh Hashanah shopping drove sharp increases in Israeli retail, led by an 82% surge in nurseries and an 18% jump in fashion sales.

Credit card spending in Israel surged by 10.3% to 1.462 billion shekels on Rosh Hashanah Eve 2026 compared to last year, driven by a Friday holiday and a tight shopping window.

Israeli public credit card spending reached 459.06 million shekels on Friday morning ahead of Rosh Hashanah 5787, marking a 2.7 percent increase over last year according to SHVA data.

Data released by fintech firm Hyp shows Israelis conducted more transactions ahead of the holiday but spent less overall. Turnover dropped by 6% while average transaction values fell across food, fashion, and retail sectors.

The value of food waste during the Tishrei holidays has reached 2.5 billion shekels, a sharp increase from previous years despite stable waste volumes. Drought and rising prices make every discarded kilogram more costly than ever.

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The Max Summer Vacation Index reveals the spending habits of Israeli teenagers. While half of the budget goes to food and deliveries, there are significant gaps between the center of the country and the communities of the South and the Galilee.

Globes presents an index examining the volume of credit card purchases in Israel. Phoenix Gamma data points to increases in all major sectors and a moderation in the tourism sector.

Globes presents an index examining the volume of credit card purchases in Israel. Phoenix Gamma data shows a sharp spike in spending on family activities.

A comprehensive study reveals that 45% of citizens pay monthly in app stores, while the purchasing market is undergoing a fundamental shift from one-time transactions to recurring monthly subscriptions.

Globes presents an index examining the volume of credit card purchases in Israel. Phoenix Gamma data points to double-digit declines in most sectors, mainly due to the customs of the nine days.