Trade
US withdraws newly updated list of firms allegedly aiding China's military
Though the list does not formally impose sanctions on Chinese firms, under a new law, the Pentagon will be prevented in the coming years from contracting and procuring from companies on the list.
Australia charges two Chinese nationals with foreign interference, spying on Buddhist group
Trump threatens to bar new US-Canada bridge from opening, demands talks with Ottawa
Somaliland moves toward Israel trade pact, signals access to lithium and minerals
Earnings reports: What’s been and what’s next
Iranian rial reaches record low value, trading at over 1.5m IRR per USD
The Iranian rial fell to a record low of about 1.52 million per dollar on the unofficial market, deepening economic turmoil as nationwide protests continue and confidence in the regime weakens.
Chevron and partners approve Leviathan expansion to boost Israel gas output
The Final Investment Decision aims to increase capacity to approximately 21 BCM annually through new wells and platform upgrades.
United States renews 2004 free trade agreement with Israel for 2026
The 2004 Agreement specifies the quantities of specific Israeli agricultural products that may be imported into the US duty-free, including various dairy products and peanuts.
Trump’s tariffs hit Americans with record costs and global trade disruption - opinion
Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices, forcing Americans to pay more for everyday goods and imports.
Economic recovery must be Israel’s priority for 2026 - opinion
Israel has proven it can survive and endure. The task of 2026 is to ensure it can thrive and flourish, not despite the past two years, but because it chose to rebuild wisely after them.
German business giants led by DHL chief visit Israel to strengthen economic ties
The 70-person delegation includes industry leaders and senior officials from the German Ministry of Economics and is headed by Tobias Meyer, chairman of the global shipping group DHL.
Israel, Costa Rica sign FTA eliminating over 90% of tariffs, expanding bilateral trade
Israel and Costa Rica signed a Free Trade Area agreement on Monday, marking a significant milestone in economic cooperation between the two countries.
Costa Rica to open new diplomatic office in Jerusalem, sign free trade deal with Israel
The move comes as Israel and Costa Rica prepare to sign a free trade agreement this week, with Economy Minister Nir Barkat and Minister Tovar set to attend the ceremony.
Lockheed Martin extends industrial cooperation with Israel through 2029, aiming to boost trade
One of the biggest American defense companies, Lockheed Martin currently supplies Israel with combat aircraft such as F-16 and F-35 jets, giving Israel a significant advantage throughout the region.
