housing prices

Is Israel’s notorious cost of living really that high?

A slew of economic factors have landed the Jewish state in a fairly expensive position – but how does it compare to other countries?

Israel must continue to build to thrive, whether in hi-tech, classrooms, or cities - opinion

When Israel makes announcements about new building projects, they aren’t just headlines that draw world attention, they are a sign of Israeli growth.

By ALIZA PILICHOWSKI
02/07/2023

What goes up, must come down, even housing prices

On June 11, it was announced that a two-decade low was recorded in the number of real estate transactions throughout Israel.

By 103FM
21/06/2023
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englmann attends a press conference to announce the opening of an invest

Record number of public complaints about civil service -State Comptroller

87% of complaints were filed by Jews, and only 7% by Muslims. The proportion of haredi complainants increased by around 53%. 

Israel's Consumer Price Index rises by 0.2%, lower than forecast

The Central Bureau of Statistics did observe a staggering 11% rise in prices of fresh fruit, while prices of vegetables dropped 2.9%.

Netanyahu convenes 'preliminary' cabinet meeting on high cost of living

The sides discussed the "urgent steps" necessary to fight the high cost of living.

Bank of Israel Governor: 'Coalition funds will not encourage Haredim to work'

Prof. Amir Yaron also discusses the banks' response to interest rates, bank profits, and the housing crisis.

By YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV
26/05/2023

Jerusalem Day: Mayor Moshe Lion talks issues plaguing Israel's capital

Asking Mayor Moshe Lion the tough questions – on the eve of the 56th Jerusalem Day and five months before elections.

19/05/2023

Israeli Consumer Price Index rises 0.8%, almost double the forecast

A series of Israeli companies and importers have announced significant price hikes in recent weeks.

15/05/2023

Household interest expenses jumped by NIS 70b. a year

According to Alex Zabezhinsky, the chief economist of Meitav Investment House, the government can't meet the budget deficit target.

By YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV
08/05/2023
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