Israel Raises Interest Rate to 3.25% – Cash Earns 2.75% On May 23, the Bank of Israel raised the basic interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.25% due to the rising Israeli inflation rate and to curb the continuing rise of house prices. This means investors will earn 2.75% …
Israeli Oil and Gas Update
Israel considers arbitration over Egyptian gas The supply of gas to Israel, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria was halted a month ago following a terrorist attack on the pipeline near El Arish in the Sinai and has yet to be resumed. There had been a previous attack in February which halted …
Military Technology Continued Success
Pentagon approves Israeli military technology The Pentagon announced plans to purchase four Israeli-developed Iron Dome missile defense systems to help Israel defend the region around Gaza from short-range rockets. The first-in-its-class system is developed by Israeli government defense firm Rafael. Head of the Pentagon’s Missile Defense Agency Lt. Gen. Patrick …
Teva Stock Price Rises
Teva Pharmaceutical, Ltd., traded on the NASDAQ and Tel Aviv Stock Exchanges, has bounced off its two-year low of $45 a share, and is currently trading 11% higher. This rise is likely due to its recent acquisition of a specialty, branded drug-maker Cephalon for $6.8 billion in early May. It …
The Upcoming Dollar Crisis
The dramatic events of the global sub-prime crisis, credit crunch, ensuing tumble of home prices and the stock market in 2008/2009 have damaged many families’ financial situation, shaken their confidence, and caused much anxiety regarding their financial future. Our natural ability to adapt, however, makes us more inclined to “adjust” …
What God Says About Investing in Israel
The idea of investing in Israel, and what benefits you can expect from this investment, is a new idea to most people. It’s something they have never thought about.
Interest Rate Jumps 0.5%: Strong Economy
In an surprise move this week, Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer raised Israel’s base interest rate by double the expected amount to 3.0% – compared to the U.S. rate of 0-0.25%. Israeli government and corporate bonds increased their annual yields as a result, making these bonds even more attractive …
Generating Income From the Israeli Market
Smart investors use their money to generate income by ensuring that while they are invested they are also getting additional payouts from their investment. One of the strategies you may consider is investing in Israeli dividend stocks. Many of the largest companies on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange give dividend payments …
7 Ways to Invest in Israel Without Living There
Many people think you need to be an Israeli, live in Israel and know Hebrew in order to invest in Israeli stocks, bonds or real estate. The truth is, you don’t. If you’ve thought about investing in Israel, or have considered it because of your faith, this information is for …
Israel Financial Update – April 2011
March 2011 saw a nearly 3% gain in the Shekel against the dollar. Foreign investors who opened an Israeli investment account in Shekels two years ago would have gained 21% already just on their dollars without counting any gain from their actual investments. Israel’s Central Bank raised yet again its interest rate …