Israeli Consumer Prices Rise 0.7% in August Amid Housing Market Shifts
Israel's Consumer Price Index (CPI) saw a 0.7% increase in August, according to recent data. This rise occurred despite a decrease in the prices of second-hand apartments, indicating a complex dynamic within the housing market. While the overall cost of living edged up, the specific segment of previously owned homes experienced a decline.
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