Former Minister Ayelet Shaked Signals Contractors Against Lowering Apartment Prices

Former Israeli Minister Ayelet Shaked has indicated to contractors that they should not lower apartment prices, suggesting that the market pressure to do so is not as strong as perceived. Shaked recounted a personal experience where she felt compelled to buy an apartment due to market pressures, but now acknowledges the contractors' position. She noted that contractors who previously held firm on deals over minor amounts like 5,000 shekels might now be willing to sell for up to 100,000 shekels less.

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