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 …
Israel Financial Update: March 2011
In surprising economic news, Israel’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rose 7.8% in the fourth quarter of 2010 (5.4% in 2010). The Shekel continues to strengthen against the dollar, gaining another 1% in February, 2011. Israeli investment account holders enjoyed this benefits as their holdings are in Shekels. Israeli stocks continue …
Invest in Israel Without Knowing the Language
While it’s always helpful to know a foreign language, it isn’t necessary to speak a foreign language to invest internationally. Wise Money Israel was started with the sole purpose of helping foreign investors invest in Israel. We do this with a full-time English-speaking staff But we also employ a Hebrew-speaking …
Intro to the Israeli Capital Market
Before you start investing in the Israeli capital market, it is worth taking a few moments to familiarize yourself with some of the basics about the market itself. The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) is the only Israeli exchange where stocks, bonds and other Israeli securities are traded. Israeli businesses …
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Amazing Facts You Never Knew About Israel
Watch this video for even more amazing facts you never knew about Israel. Israel is an amazing nation that has contributed much to the world: In its 62 years, Israel has won more Nobel Prizes per capita than any other country other than Switzerland. Israel leads the world in the …