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Jerusalem Post/Business & Innovation

Despite concerns about Israel's financial standing, history proves optimistic - opinion

As Moody released its report on Israel, questions arise of whether the war will bolster or cripple the economy amidst halted investments, workforce disruptions, and increased defense spending

 FINANCE MINISTER Bezalel Smotrich speaks at a meeting of his Religious Zionist Party parliamentary faction, last week, in the Knesset. Will the war bring an economic boom like the Six Day War, or a bust like Yom Kippur? There are arguments supporting both sides, says the writer.
FINANCE MINISTER Bezalel Smotrich speaks at a meeting of his Religious Zionist Party parliamentary faction, last week, in the Knesset. Will the war bring an economic boom like the Six Day War, or a bust like Yom Kippur? There are arguments supporting both sides, says the writer.
(photo credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90)
ByOFER NIDAM
FEBRUARY 18, 2024 02:07
Updated: FEBRUARY 18, 2024 22:58
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