Interest rate

US dollar slides after Fed cuts rates, as expected

The US dollar fell against other major currencies after the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates. The Fed will likely pause its easing cycle in January.

 US and Israeli currency (1 dollar bills and 1 shekel coins respectively) are seen in this illustrative photo of money.
 A person holds Israeli shekel coins in their hand in Jerusalem on December 18, 2024.

Bank of Israel quashes rate cut rumors

 BANK OF Israel headquarters in Jerusalem: Israel’s favorable environment for economic development has been accompanied by an impressive improvement in the country’s credit rating, say the writers.

Bank of Israel keeps interest rates steady after Gaza conflict resumes

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of a downwards-trending graph (illustration)

Israel sees the shekel decline, anticipates 4% interest rate


Freelancers ask central bank to cut interest rate, help businesses near bankruptcy

The forum emphasized that a rate cut could help mitigate some of the increased costs that freelancers and business owners are expected to face in 2025.

A shop opens at Agripas street in Jerusalem next to the Machane Yehuda market

Traders expect interest rate cuts to be minimal in 2025

Gold, silver drop as interest rates likely to remain elevated, dollar continues to strengthen

 Traders expect interest rate cuts to be minimal in 2025

Gold, silver rally, then give up gains after 50-basis-point rate cut

Precious metals market reaches higher as gold tops $2,600 following FOMC meeting

 Gold, silver rally, then give up gains after 50-basis-point rate cut

The Fed is going to raise rates. Historically, that’s been good for gold and silver

Speculators that buy gold, silver at the Fed’s first rate cut have performed spectacularly in unwinding economies

 The Fed is going to raise rates. Historically, that’s been good for gold and silver

Gold 10-Day High Ahead of Crucial CPI Report; Gold ETFs Regain Buy Points

Gold Bullish Ahead of Inflation Report

Fed Pivot Expected to Trigger Significant Impact on Gold Prices

 Fed Pivot Expected to Trigger Significant Impact on Gold Prices

Gold Surges Over 1% as Fed’s Powell Hints at Early Rate Cut

Gold surges 1% as Fed's Powell hints at a possible September rate cut, while Middle East tensions boost the metal's safe-haven appeal. Could it hit $2,700?

 Gold Surges Over 1% as Fed’s Powell Hints at Early Rate Cut

Bank of Israel keeps interest rate at 4.5%, amid background of war

It reiterated that the interest rate path will be determined by future inflation, and continued stability in the financial markets, economic activity, and fiscal policy.

Bank of Israel

Israel's deficit grows, BOI leaves interest rate unchanged as geopolitical uncertainty increases

The deficit in March was NIS 15 billion compared to NIS 2.7 billion measured last march, according to the Finance Ministry.

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of a downwards-trending graph (illustration)

Do you have money in Paybox? You will receive interest on it

Paybox app announces that it will pay its customers from all banks an annual interest of 3% on their balance in the app.


Leumi: 'No interest rate cuts in every decision next year'

The Bank's forecast places the interest rate at 3.75%-4.00% at the end of 2024, signaling a cautious approach to monetary policy.

An Israeli flag flutters outside the Bank of Israel building in Jerusalem August 7, 2013