Altshuler Shaham — Israel news coverage in English

Voters Weighing Options: The Battle for Judaism's Future

An article advises undecided Israeli voters seeking a government change to consider parties beyond the current coalition. It narrows the options to two opposition parties, Yachad…

Security17h ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Denies Broad Investigation Approval in Netanyahu Trial

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in the Netanyahu trial that a broad request for criminal information from former chief of staff Ari Harow was not part of his…

Politics17h ago

Netanyahu Defense Questions Ex-AG Mandelblit on Witness Interrogation

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's defense team questioned former attorney-general Avichai Mandelblit on Thursday about his approval of police interrogations of state witness Ari…

Security18h ago

Netanyahu Trial: Ex-AG Mandelblit Testifies on Investigation Scope

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, with defense attorney Amit Haddad questioning the scope of police investigations…

Economy1d ago

Clal Leads Pension Fund Transfers in September Amidst Market Shifts

Clal Insurance led Israeli pension fund transfers in September, gaining 1.32 billion shekels, followed by Ayalon Insurance and Meitav Investment House. Altshuler Shaham recorded t…

Security1d ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Confronted Over Investigation Approvals in Netanyahu Cases

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit faced sharp questioning from Prime Minister Netanyahu's lawyer, Amit Haddad, over investigation approvals in the Netanyahu cases. Haddad…

Economy1d ago·2 outlets

Israel's Interest Rate Holds Steady at 3.25% Amid Economic Concerns

The Bank of Israel's Monetary Committee decided to keep the interest rate unchanged at 3.25%, citing concerns over shekel depreciation, geopolitical risks, and a strong domestic e…

Politics1d ago

Netanyahu Defense Demands Full Disclosure of Investigation Approvals in Trial

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's defense team is demanding full disclosure of investigation approvals from former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit during his testimony in th…

Economy2d ago

Investment Provident Funds Mark Decade: Impressive Returns Face Scrutiny

Investment provident funds in Israel are marking their tenth anniversary, having become a popular savings tool since their 2016 launch. While offering impressive returns and tax b…

Security2d ago

IDF Soldier Who Lost Leg in Gaza Aims for 2028 Paralympics

David Maschayev, an IDF combat photographer who lost his leg in Gaza in December 2023, has found a new purpose in archery. After extensive rehabilitation and receiving a prostheti…

Politics2d ago

Netanyahu's Lawyer Accuses Prosecutors of Lying in Court

During the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his lawyer Amit Haddad accused prosecutors of lying in court about investigation approvals, claiming information on gifts wa…

Politics2d ago

Netanyahu Lawyer Claims Key Document Was Blacked Out for Five Years

During the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his lawyer Amit Haddad presented a document suggesting no investigation was warranted against the PM, claiming it was delibe…

Politics2d ago

Tense Exchange Erupts in Netanyahu Trial Over Redacted Document

A tense courtroom exchange occurred between Prime Minister Netanyahu's lawyer, Amit Haddad, and prosecutor Judith Tirosh over a redacted name in a 2018 document during former Atto…

Sports2d ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Chairman Discusses Return Home and Player Departures

Hapoel Tel Aviv Chairman Stav Shaham celebrated the team's return to the Shlomo Group Arena after two years, marking the occasion with a victory and a significant fan turnout. Sha…

Security3d ago

Israeli Medical Aid Group Trains South Sudanese First Responders Without Equipment

Magen David Adom trained first aid instructors in South Sudan to provide care under difficult conditions with limited equipment. The initiative, a collaboration with the Israeli e…

Politics4d ago

YouTube View Discrepancies Raise Questions for Gadi Eisenkot's Party

The YouTube channel of Gadi Eisenkot's Yisrael Beiteinu party shows millions of views on some videos within days, while others receive minimal attention. This discrepancy, coupled…

Tech4d ago

AI's Rapid Advancement Poses Existential Questions for Humanity

Experts at a Jerusalem conference discussed the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and its implications. Dr. Tehila Schwartz Altshuler warned of AI's potential to disrup…

Economy4d ago·1 outlets

Major Economic Conference for Haredi Families Returns to Jerusalem

The "Plus Minus²" economic conference for Haredi families will be held in Jerusalem on November 4, 2026, featuring top Israeli financial and real estate experts. The event, which…

Politics4d ago

AI and Disinformation Threaten Election Integrity

The main threat to elections is not vote fraud but the spread of disinformation, amplified by AI, that undermines public trust in results. Campaigns can use fake audio and message…

Sports5d ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Stuns Panathinaikos in Major EuroLeague Upset

Hapoel Tel Aviv secured a significant 91-81 road victory against the previously undefeated Panathinaikos in Greece, marking one of the club's greatest achievements. The win places…

Economy7d ago

Wishor Enters Entrepreneur and Contractor Financing Amidst Sluggish Housing Market

Wishor Globaltech Group has launched a new non-bank credit division, Wishor Finance, targeting real estate developers and contractors with loans and guarantees. This expansion int…

Economy7d ago

Israel's Inflation Rate Drops Unexpectedly, Fueling Debate on Interest Rate Cuts

Israel's consumer price index fell by 0.5% in September 2026, bringing the annual inflation rate to 1.6%, below economists' expectations. Despite the surprise drop, experts believ…

Economy7d ago

Israeli Study Funds Show Flat Returns in September Amid Market Volatility

Israeli study funds saw minimal average returns of 0.1% in September due to mixed global market performance and rising bond yields. While some funds like Gallery Clal and Migdal s…

Economy7d ago

Israeli Study Funds Show Flat Returns in September Amid Election Uncertainty

Israeli study funds saw returns close to zero in September, with "Clal Insurance" and "Migdal" at 0.17% and "Altshuler Shaham" at -0.31%. The stock track saw "Harel Insurance" lea…

Economy7d ago

Israeli Pension Funds Show Mixed September Returns Amid Market Volatility

Israeli pension funds experienced an average negative return of 0.01% in September amid global market volatility driven by election uncertainty and rising yields. Clal and Migdal…

Economy7d ago

Dollar Hits Six-Month High Against Shekel Amid Global Turmoil

The dollar has reached a six-month high against the Israeli shekel, trading around 3.10 shekels, driven by global factors like U.S. inflation and stock market declines, alongside…

Economy7d ago

Altshuler Shaham Sees Slower Withdrawal Pace Despite Sale

Altshuler Shaham saw asset withdrawals slow in September, with a 2.1 billion shekel decrease in provident fund assets compared to August. This moderation eased company fears of a…

Sports7d ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Tel Aviv Announces Return to Drive-In Arena After Fan Vote

Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club will return to its home, the Drive-In arena, after 80% of season ticket holders voted in favor. The team's first home game is scheduled for October…

Health7d ago

Leumit Expands Medical Services in Bnei Brak with New Maccabim Center

Leumit Health Services has moved its Maccabim medical center in Bnei Brak to a larger, 600-square-meter facility at Brut Street and Abuhazira. The expansion significantly increase…

Economy7d ago

Altshuler Shaham Falls to Bottom in September Pension Fund Returns

Investment house Altshuler Shaham fell to the bottom of the provident fund general track in September after leading for three months, while Clal Insurance and Migdal posted the hi…

Security8d ago·2 outlets

Israeli Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Aiding Terror Group, Infiltrating IDF

Shahada Abu Alqian was sentenced to 24.5 years in prison by the Beersheba District Court for aiding a terror group and infiltrating the IDF. He acted on behalf of Gaza-based Kata'…

Economy8d ago

Foreign Investors Await Israeli Elections, Showing Strong Market Interest

Foreign investors are keenly interested in Israel's economy but are delaying significant investments until after the upcoming elections, according to Yossi Levi, CEO of More Pensi…

Politics8d ago

Adi Altshuler Discusses Education Challenges on Yasmine Lukatz's Podcast

Adi Altshuler, a new politician in Gadi Eisenkot's Yisrael! party and a potential education minister, appeared on Yasmine Lukatz's podcast. She discussed challenges in the Israeli…

Sports8d ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Announces Return to Shlomo Group Arena for All Home Games

Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club will play all its home games at the Shlomo Group Arena this season. The team returns to the venue on Sunday to face Maccabi Ashdod. Individual tick…

Sports8d ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Announces Return to Drive-In Hall for All Home Games

Hapoel Tel Aviv announced all its home games will be played at the Drive-In Hall starting with their league return on Sunday against Maccabi Ashdod. The club will reserve seating…

Sports8d ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Announces All Home Games Will Be Held at Drive-In Arena

Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club announced all its home games will be played at the Drive-In Arena, starting with their league match against Maccabi Ashdod on Sunday. The club will…

Economy8d ago

Insurance and Pension Firms' Service Response Times Vary Widely

Israel's Capital Market, Insurance and Savings Authority's 2025 service index shows wide variations in phone response times among insurance and pension firms, from seconds to over…

Politics9d ago

Shareholder Demands Director Resignations Over Altshuler Shaham Deal

Ayalon shareholder Gad Leibman has demanded the resignations of directors Emil Winshel and Zvi Barak. He claims their dual roles create an unresolvable conflict of interest due to…

Economy9d ago

Weishur-Ayalon Group Eyes Takeover of Cal and Altshuler Shaham

The Weishur-Ayalon Group is exploring the acquisition of credit card company Cal, adding to its planned purchase of Altshuler Shaham. The combined entity would manage 170 billion…

Economy10d ago

Tel Aviv Finance Stocks Drop 10% in Three Weeks Amid Investor Concerns

Tel Aviv's financial stocks have dropped 10% in three weeks, signaling a shift after recent gains and nearing correction territory. This decline is attributed to rising US bond yi…

Economy10d ago

Wyshoure-Ayalon Group Pursues Major Acquisitions in Israeli Finance Sector

The Wyshoure-Ayalon group is in talks to acquire credit card company Cal, after a previous deal failed, and is also negotiating to take control of investment house Altshuler Shaha…

Economy10d ago

Ayalon Insurance Considers Acquiring Cal Credit Card Company

Ayalon Insurance is considering buying the credit card company Cal after a prior sale fell through due to regulatory opposition. The move comes as Ayalon's owner, WeSure, negotiat…

Politics10d ago

Prosecution Seeks to Limit Inquiry Into Former AG Mandelblit's Decision-Making

During the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, prosecutor Judith Tirosh objected to defense questions about former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's decision-making pr…

Politics10d ago

Netanyahu Trial: Defense Claims Former AG Mandelblit Was Deceived

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, where defense attorney Amit Haddad accused investigators of acting without…

Politics10d ago

Ex-Deputy Minister Idan Roll Explains Shift From Politics to Tech for National Impact

Former Deputy Foreign Minister Idan Roll has left Israeli politics to lead "Code for Israel," an organization connecting the tech sector with government to advance national projec…

Economy10d ago

Market Shows Distrust in Altshuler Shaham-WeSure Deal, Stock Plummets

WeSure agreed to acquire Altshuler Shaham for NIS 1.8 billion a month ago, but the latter's stock has since fallen 22% to NIS 1.15 billion. This represents a 40% decrease from the…

Politics11d ago

Likud Demands Netanyahu Trial Halt, Mandelblit Probe After Testimony

The Likud party is demanding an immediate halt to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial and a criminal investigation into former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit…

Security11d ago

Euroleague Officials Visit Israel to Assess Return of Games

Euroleague officials, including CEO Chus Bueno, visited Israel to assess the potential return of tournament games. They met with Israeli club leaders, Minister of Culture and Spor…