Israel currency

Hundreds of millions seized in raid in northern Israel

The suspects, who were detained for questioning at the National Economic Crimes Unit's offices, are suspected of money laundering and terror financing.

MAY 11, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Cash seized during the police operation.

Israeli banknotes come from countries in the world that use Forex or financial financials.

The strength of the shekel

The Israeli shekel is expected to remain an attractive currency for investors around the world as Israel continues to advance, introduce solutions globally, foster innovation, expand, and succeed

MARCH 23, 2026|ByMARC REISS, IN COLLABORATION WITH MIZRAHI-TEFAHOT BANK

US and Israeli currency (1 dollar bills and 1 shekel coins respectively) are seen in this illustrative photo of money.

Fintech startup Okoora expands into US, German markets

"Okoora is proud to be at the forefront of providing these solutions to businesses of all sizes in an expanding number of key markets," said Okoora Founder.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Palestinian businessman Ahmed Hamdan offers gold coins to low-income residents seeking savings, in Gaza City August 27, 2023.

Gaza dentist makes gold coins in lieu of currency

Gaza has no currency of its own and uses the euro, US dollar, Israeli shekel, and Jordanian dinar in their daily lives.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023|ByREUTERS

Your taxes: Are bitcoins and other virtual currencies tax-exempt?

Israel Tax Authority issued a draft tax circular on January 11 that details its position on the taxation of activity in virtual currencies such as bitcoins.

OCTOBER 24, 2017ByLEON HARRIS