Milk Production in Israel Up 3.9%
Israel's milk production saw a 3.9% increase in 2025 to 1,695 million liters, with cow yield also rising, according to new data.
Central Bureau of Statistics
Retail Sales Down Slightly
Israeli retail sales revenue decreased by 0.3% in early 2026, but food chain revenues saw an 8.8% increase, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.
Consumer Confidence Index Down in April
Israel's consumer confidence index declined to -20% in April 2026, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.
Israel Sees Slight Drop in Total Employment Rate
Israel's March 2026 labor force survey reveals a slight dip in the employment rate to 60.2%, alongside an increase in individuals temporarily absent from work.
Israel Sees Sharp Decline in Job Vacancies in March
Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reported a sharp decline in job vacancies in March 2026, down to 119,356 openings.
March Sees Slight Improvement in Business Activity
Israel's business activity improved slightly in March 2026, showing modest gains amid ongoing economic uncertainty, according to the Central Bureau of.
Israel Sees 10.8% Increase in Mining and Quarrying Production
Israel's mining and quarrying production rose 10.8% from November 2025 to January 2026, driven by a significant export sales increase.
Labor Rate Stable in February
Israel's February 2026 labor force survey reveals a stable employment rate and a drop in unemployment to 2.7%, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.
Foreign Trade Price Indices for 2025 Fell by 0.4%
Israel's 2025 export prices fell 0.4% and imports rose 1.3%, with notable shifts in refined petroleum and precious metals prices.
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.