Wages

Volkswagen Group is planning a global wage freeze for up to 660,000 employees until 2030 and potential cuts of 100,000 jobs amid declining sales and fierce Chinese competition.

Average monthly wages for workers in their forties reach 20,700 NIS in 2026, though significant disparities persist across industries, gender lines, and median earnings.

Israel's election day brings a statutory day off, raising complex questions about mandatory work, 200% holiday pay compensation, remote work limits, and essential service exemptions under labor law.

In July, the average hitech wage in Israel dropped 6.2% to 34,301 NIS, sharply narrowing annual growth to 2.3%. Meanwhile, the national average wage for August fell slightly to 14,448 NIS.

Israeli teachers and students face uncertain holiday schedules as the Teachers' Union wage agreement approaches expiration, sparking concerns over future bridge days.

A new economic study reveals that male managers tend to hire more women and increase their wages after having a daughter, without harming overall business productivity.

South Port has signed its first collective bargaining agreement for 400 workers, improving wages, introducing productivity bonuses, and expanding employee welfare benefits.

A shortage of thousands of aides, low wages, and a blind placement system have created a parallel market: affluent parents "supplement wages" out of their own pockets to ensure proper accompaniment for their children, while others are left behind. Aides speak out, experts warn: "The inclusion system in Israel is on the verge of collapse."

The issue of tipping in US restaurants has become a major topic of debate. With digital tipping options reaching 18–22%, more establishments are moving toward a "no-tip" model, incorporating service costs directly into menu prices.

Ahead of election day, the Tax Authority has published clear guidelines regarding tax deduction rates for temporary election workers, clarifying procedures for both adults and minors.

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?

The Labor Court made a decision in favor of couriers and hourly workers employed over the last seven years, setting new rules regarding overtime pay, bonuses, and Sabbath work compensation.

According to a new macro review by Leader Capital Markets, the economy is recovering rapidly, but an annual wage jump of about 7% creates a real inflation risk and complicates the next interest rate decision.

From high incomes in central cities to significant gender gaps: a detailed analysis of the Israeli labor market based on age, profession, and geography.

A new collective agreement signed between the Histadrut, the Center for Local Government, and the Forum of the Three Largest Cities includes wage increases for various roles, a doubling of management supplements, and bonuses of thousands of shekels. Some payments will be made retroactively.