New Data Shows Persistent Gaps Between Jewish and Arab Israelis
New data from Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reveals persistent socioeconomic gaps between Jewish and Arab Israelis in 2024, with Jews faring better in.
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Israel Signs Agreement to Improve Tourism Data Sharing
Israel's Ministry of Tourism and Central Bureau of Statistics signed an agreement to improve tourism data sharing, research, and policymaking.
Israels 2023 Education Spending Reached 7.1% of GDP, Outpacing OECD Average
Israel's 2023 education spending reached 7.1% of GDP, surpassing the OECD average, yet higher education relies heavily on private funding.
Israeli Services Exports Drop 4.7% in July 2026 Following Prior Gains
Israel's services exports, excluding startups, decreased 4.7% in July 2026, primarily due to a contraction in the technology sector.
Israels Average Gross Employee Salary $3,880 in July 2026
In July 2026, Israel's average gross monthly salary hit 14,534 Shekels ($3,880), up 3.4% year-over-year, with real wages also growing.
Israeli Unemployment Drops to 2.8% in August as Labor Participation Dips
Israel's unemployment rate dropped to 2.8% in August 2026, with prime-working-age employment at 78.6% and full-time roles increasing.
CPI Rises 0.7% in August 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index rose 0.7% in August 2026, driven by higher vegetable and transportation costs, with annual inflation at 1.5%.
Israel Reports Rising Construction and Transport Input Prices for August 2026
Israel's construction and transport sectors saw rising input prices in August 2026, with significant jumps in bus and paving costs.
Israels Job Vacancies Decline in August 2026, Statistics Bureau Reports
Israel's job vacancies fell to 142,949 in August 2026, down from 146,133 in July, as reported by the Central Bureau of Statistics.
Israeli Business Confidence Holds Steady in August, Retail Sales Turn Positive
Israel's business confidence remained stable in August, as hotels and services saw gains and retail sales turned positive, according to the Central Bureau of.
Average Salary in Israel Rose 7.7% in June, CBS Reports
The average Israeli salary rose 7.7% to 15,218 shekels in June 2026, with salaried jobs increasing 2.1% year-on-year, the Central Bureau of Statistics reported.