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Israelis Spend Millions on Election Day, Exceeding Previous Totals
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Israelis spent NIS 250.78 million on Election Day using payment cards between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., a 26.5% increase from the 2022 elections. The busiest minute saw NIS 2.39 million spent in 60 seconds. This spending surge indicates Israelis are actively shopping while participating in the democratic process.
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- Israelis spent NIS 250.78 million on Election Day using payment cards.
- Spending increased 26.5% compared to the 2022 Knesset elections.
- The busiest minute saw NIS 2.39 million spent in 60 seconds.
- SHVA reported the payment card spending data.
- Election Day spending exceeded that of the 2024 local authority elections.
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