Compensation and other measures are gradually being extended as the war continues. Here is a partial wartime update.
Our policymakers would be well advised to study the risk analysis and assessment in Moody’s report closely and to take all possible steps to mitigate the risks.
Consumer confidence stands at levels not seen since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, while the annual inflation rate has eased back down to 3%.
The shekel ILS = currency now stands at 3.66 per dollar versus 3.68 before the ratings action, in which Moody's kept its outlook at negative to imply a further cut.
Indirect impacts could arise through decisions of the government and the Knesset on economic policy issues
What is a credit rating, how is it determined, and how will Moody's dramatic decision impact Israelis?
While Netanyahu claims economy is strong despite credit rating change, MK blames political turmoil for nation's threatened credit rating.