Israel’s Industrial Producer Prices Jump 2.7% in August Due to Higher Fuel Costs
Israel's industrial producer prices rose 2.7% in August, largely due to a 28.6% jump in fuel costs, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.
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High Court Bars Parties from Using Apps to Track Voters at Polling Stations
Israel's High Court of Justice unanimously ruled against real-time voter tracking apps at polling stations, citing privacy law violations.
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’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 2.8% in August 2026
Israel's unemployment rate fell to 2.8% in August 2026, down from 3.1% in July, signaling continued strength in the nation's labor market.
Israel’s Foreign Assets Surge to $1 Trillion in Second Quarter of 2026
Israel's foreign assets reached $1.013 trillion by June 2026, marking a 10% increase due to investment gains and securities.
Israel, Morocco Agree to Upgrade Diplomatic Missions to Embassies
Israel and Morocco agreed to upgrade diplomatic missions to full embassies, appointing ambassadors and expanding economic cooperation.
Mandelblit, Who Approved Netanyahu’s Indictments, Summoned as Next Defense Witness
Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit, who approved indictments against PM Netanyahu, will be called as a defense witness in October.
Israel Streamlines Traffic Permit Process, Aims to Save Millions in Road Work Costs
Israel's Ministry of Transport has launched a new guide to streamline traffic permits for urban work sites, saving millions and shortening project timelines.
Record Set With 84,400 Housing Unit Permits Issued in 2025
Israel's Planning Administration announced a record 84,400 housing unit permits were issued in 2025, a significant rise aimed at tackling housing shortages.
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.