Fuel Price Hike to Ripple Through Israeli Economy, Raising Costs
Israel is bracing for a significant increase in gasoline prices, set to take effect at midnight on Thursday. The price will rise to 8.27 shekels per liter, marking the highest price since the state's establishment. This surge is expected to trigger a wave of price hikes across numerous consumer products and services.
Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich is reportedly seeking to mitigate this increase by reducing the "blue tax" levied on gasoline, though this measure has not yet been approved. The rising fuel costs will directly impact electricity and water prices, with anticipated increases when new rates are set in January.
Public transportation fares are also likely to be affected, with potential price adjustments also expected in January. In contrast, delivery services are anticipated to raise their prices immediately, without waiting for the new year. This could lead to increased costs for both domestically manufactured and imported goods.
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