Nearly One in Four Israeli Single Mothers Has Never Married, Data Shows
New data reveals nearly one in four Israeli single mothers, 22%, has never married, marking a significant societal shift in the family-oriented nation.
Central Bureau of Statistics
Consumer Confidence Index Up Slightly in January 2026
Israel's Consumer Confidence Index rose to -16% in January 2026, up from -18% in December 2025. The index measures optimism from -100 to +100.
Net Balance of Israeli Companies’ Financial Situation Positive in January
Israeli companies' financial situation remains positive in January, with sales up across industry, retail, and services. Hotels face a negative balance.
Israel Sees 6.2% Increase in VAT File Openings First Half 2025, After Big Drop in 2024
Israel's economy saw VAT dealer file openings increase by 6.2% in H1 2025, a rebound after a 10.1% drop in H1 2024 across all sectors.
Israel Sees Sharp Increase in Emigration
Israel's emigration surged 39.4% in 2024 to 82,774 Israelis, a significant increase from 2023. The number of returning Israelis also fell, resulting in a.
Israel Sees Decrease in Export of Services
Israel's services exports, excluding startups, decreased 1.8% to $8 billion in November 2025, reversing last month's 6.5% rise. High-tech exports also saw a.
Overnight Hotel Stays by Tourists Plummeted 75.9% in 2024
Israeli tourist hotels saw overnight stays plunge 75.9% in 2024, dropping to 1.9 million as the country grapples with post-war tourism challenges.
3.02 Million Residential Apartment Units in Israel in 2025
Israel's housing stock grew to 3.02 million residential apartments in 2025, a 1.9% increase. Central District leads with 24.6%, Jerusalem has 251,885 units.
Upward Trend in Job Vacancies in Israel Continues in 4th Quarter 2025
Israel's job vacancies rose to 152,134 in December 2025, reaching a 4.59% rate, the highest since November 2022, as labor demand trends shift.
Consumer Confidence Index Down in December 2025
Israel's consumer confidence index plummeted to -18% in December 2025, indicating significant pessimism. The index ranges from -100 to +100.