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Israeli-media coverage mentioning OECD, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Economy8 hours ago·2 outlets

Economic Deep State in Israel Drives High Living Costs Through Regulation and Market Concentration

Professor Moshe Cohen-Eliyahu reveals that Israel's high living costs stem from an entrenched economic deep state of regulation, market concentration, and interest groups. This sy…

Politics3 days ago

Israel Faces Massive Security Budget Gap Amid Political and Economic Challenges

Israel's defense budget demand for 2026 has surged to 183 billion shekels, far above the approved 112 billion, driven by expanded military responsibilities and equipment needs. Po…

General5 days ago

Early Childhood Education Faces Severe Staff Shortages, Thousands of Infants Denied Subsidized Care

Israel's early childhood education sector faces a critical shortage of 3,500-4,000 caregivers, leaving over 20,000 infants without subsidized daycare this year. The caregiver-to-i…

Economy6 days ago

Removing Tuna Can Tariffs Cuts Consumer Prices by Only 1.1% in Israel

Israel's removal of import tariffs on tuna cans has led to only a slight 1.1% decrease in consumer prices, with market concentration remaining high and local production declining…

Economy7 days ago

Rising Income Inequality in Israel Risks Social Unrest Amid War and Economic Strain

A 2026 Adva Center report warns that Israel’s rising income inequality and underfunded public services amid ongoing war and economic pressures risk social unrest and welfare state…

EconomyAug 6, 2026

Children Engage in Digital Economy Early, But Schools Lag Behind in Financial Education

Children today engage with digital money from a young age, using apps and digital wallets without fully understanding financial concepts. While many countries introduce financial…

PoliticsAug 6, 2026

Jonathan Tzvikel Appointed New Legal Advisor of Israel's Competition Authority

Jonathan Tzvikel has been appointed as the new legal advisor of Israel's Competition Authority, replacing Yael Sheinin. Tzvikel has extensive experience within the authority and w…

EconomyAug 5, 2026

MK Bitan’s Claim on OECD Food VAT Rates Is Inaccurate, Experts Say

MK David Bitan proposed reducing Israel’s VAT on basic food to 8%, claiming OECD countries have similar rates. However, only half of OECD countries have VAT rates that low on food…

HealthAug 5, 2026

Israel Faces Severe Midwife Shortage Impacting Maternal and Infant Care

Israel faces a critical shortage of midwives, with a 20% deficit in staffing leading to compromised care for mothers and newborns. Despite 150 new midwives graduating annually, in…

GeneralAug 5, 2026

Israel Faces Waste Crisis Amidst Government Disputes Over New National Waste Authority

Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Ministry of Finance are locked in disputes over establishing a national waste authority, delaying critical waste treatment projec…

TechAug 4, 2026

Israeli Supreme Court Rules Professionals Must Verify AI Outputs, Not Blame Technology for Errors

The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that professionals must verify AI-generated information and cannot blame AI for errors, emphasizing individual responsibility. With 57% of Israeli…

EconomyAug 3, 2026·3 outlets

Israel Rises to Second Most Expensive Country in Big Mac Index Amid High Living Costs

Israel climbed to second place worldwide in The Economist's Big Mac Index, reflecting high food and living costs driven by regulation and limited competition. Economic analyst Rik…

Israel Rises to Second Most Expensive Country in Big Mac Index Amid High Living Costs
EconomyJul 30, 2026

Israeli Salaries Vary Widely by Sector Despite Long Working Hours and Limited Vacation

In Israel, significant wage disparities exist across sectors, with the electricity supply sector leading in pay. Israelis work longer hours and have fewer vacation days than OECD…

EconomyJul 30, 2026

Israeli Workers Earn Less Than Average Amid Long Hours and Sector Disparities

Data from early 2025 shows Israeli workers face wide wage gaps across sectors, with electricity and high-tech paying the most. Israelis work longer hours and have fewer vacation d…

TechJul 30, 2026

Intel Engineer Pioneers Arab Inclusion in Israeli High-Tech Amid Industry Challenges

Fadi Abud, a senior Arab engineer at Intel from Nazareth, leads global processor development while championing Arab inclusion in Israeli high-tech. Overcoming early cultural and l…

Intel Engineer Pioneers Arab Inclusion in Israeli High-Tech Amid Industry Challenges
PoliticsJul 29, 2026

Arab Media Highlights Key Issues Shaping Israel's October Elections

Ahead of Israel's October elections, key issues include probing the 2023 Hamas attack failures, ultra-Orthodox military service exemptions, and economic challenges. Netanyahu's go…

EconomyJul 28, 2026

AI Workforce Orchestrators Emerge as Key Managers in Hybrid Human-AI Workplaces

A new managerial role, Workforce Orchestrator, is emerging to oversee hybrid human-AI workforces as AI agents take on complex business tasks. This shift requires redesigning workf…

AI Workforce Orchestrators Emerge as Key Managers in Hybrid Human-AI Workplaces
EconomyJul 28, 2026

Bank of Israel Urged to Lower Interest Rates Amid Sharp Inflation Drop

With inflation falling to 1.6%, Israel's economy shows strong resilience despite war and fiscal challenges. Experts call on the Bank of Israel to lower interest rates to support g…

Bank of Israel Urged to Lower Interest Rates Amid Sharp Inflation Drop
EconomyJul 28, 2026

AI Disruption Threatens Israeli Workforce and Economy, Experts Warn

AI-driven changes in Israel's labor market are causing significant unemployment among older workers, with inadequate government training programs exacerbating the issue. Experts w…

AI Disruption Threatens Israeli Workforce and Economy, Experts Warn
GeneralJul 23, 2026

Saudi Arabia Leads Global Tourism Surge While Israel Sees Sharpest Decline

Between 2019 and 2025, Saudi Arabia leads global tourism growth with a 67% increase, driven by Vision 2030 reforms. In contrast, Israel suffers a 71% drop in international visitor…

EconomyJul 22, 2026·3 outlets

Israel Drops From 3rd to 20th in OECD Academic Attainment Rankings

Israel has fallen from 3rd to 20th place in OECD rankings for academic degree attainment among young adults, due to slower growth and persistent educational disparities among popu…

PoliticsJul 22, 2026

Democrats Hold Transparent Primaries but Call for Broader Voter Influence in Israel

The Israeli Democratic Party held transparent primaries with 114,000 members voting online to select candidates, a more open process than most parties. However, only a fraction of…

Democrats Hold Transparent Primaries but Call for Broader Voter Influence in Israel
EconomyJul 22, 2026

Israel’s 2026 Growth Forecasts Range Between 3.1% and 4.2%, Not 5% as Claimed

Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat claimed a 5% economic growth for 2026, but forecasts from major institutions predict a more moderate 3.1% to 4.2% growth this year, with 5% gro…

Israel’s 2026 Growth Forecasts Range Between 3.1% and 4.2%, Not 5% as Claimed
EconomyJul 21, 2026·3 outlets

Israel’s Finance Ministry Plans to Cut Green Tax Benefits, Raising Plug-In Vehicle Prices from 2027

Israel’s Finance Ministry plans to revise the pollution formula for green tax benefits starting in 2027, reducing subsidies for plug-in hybrid vehicles. This change responds to ri…

Israel’s Finance Ministry Plans to Cut Green Tax Benefits, Raising Plug-In Vehicle Prices from 2027
GeneralJul 20, 2026

Israel Faces Challenges in Fully Implementing Long School Day Law Amid Criticism

Israel’s Long School Day law, enacted in 1997 to extend learning hours and reduce educational gaps, remains only partially implemented due to high costs and mixed results. Critics…

GeneralJul 18, 2026

Israel’s Environmental Sustainability Declines Despite Some Improvements, New Report Shows

Israel’s 2024 Sustainability Capital Index report reveals significant environmental degradation despite some improvements, highlighting declines in biodiversity, persistent air po…

HealthJul 16, 2026

Israeli Social Security Deputy CEO Denies Families Exploit Autism Benefits Amid Rising Diagnoses

Zvika Cohen, Deputy CEO of Israel's National Insurance Institute, claimed some families seek autism diagnoses mainly to obtain benefits amid rising cases. Families and advocates s…

HealthJul 14, 2026

Israel Considers Revising Autism Support Model Amid Fivefold Increase in Diagnosed Children

Israel faces a fivefold increase in children diagnosed with autism, prompting government review of support systems. Current benefits and services are strained, leading to proposal…

HealthJul 14, 2026·6 outlets

Israel's Public Health System Shows Shorter MRI and Elective Surgery Wait Times Than Other Countries

Israel's Ministry of Health report reveals shorter wait times for MRI scans and selected elective surgeries compared to other OECD countries, despite regional disparities. Major h…

Israel's Public Health System Shows Shorter MRI and Elective Surgery Wait Times Than Other Countries
PoliticsJul 14, 2026

Israel Remains Among Countries With Most Frequent Elections Despite Recent Parliamentary Term Completion

Israel's Knesset completed its full term, but the country remains one of the OECD parliamentary democracies with the most frequent elections, averaging one every 2.5 years. Betwee…

EconomyJul 13, 2026

Israeli Finance Ministry Proposes Tax Reforms to Address AI Impact on Jobs and Economy

Israel's Finance Ministry is developing new tax policies to address AI's impact on jobs and the economy, seeking public input on measures like VAT on digital services and increase…

Israeli Finance Ministry Proposes Tax Reforms to Address AI Impact on Jobs and Economy
GeneralJul 13, 2026

Israel Expands AI-Powered Personalized English Learning to Lead OECD Education Rankings

Israel is expanding its AI-based personalized English learning program to 180 more middle schools, aiming to become a leader in AI-driven education within the OECD. The program no…

EconomyJul 13, 2026

Israel's Consumer Confidence Index Signals Economic Sentiment Amid Inflation Concerns

Israel's Consumer Confidence Index fell to -17% in June, indicating increased economic pessimism amid inflation concerns. The index, based on monthly OECD-standard surveys, helps…

EconomyJul 12, 2026·3 outlets

Adva Center Report Reveals Growing Income Inequality and Public Service Decline in Israel

The Adva Center's 2026 report reveals growing income inequality in Israel, with the richest earning over 13 times more than the poorest, alongside declining public services and a…

EconomyJul 10, 2026·3 outlets

IMF Warns of Israeli Real Estate Crisis and Rising Defense Budget Amid Strong Tech Sector Growth

Israel's high-tech sector shows remarkable growth with $7.6 billion raised in early 2026, boosting exports despite regional conflicts. The IMF praises Israel's economic resilience…

IMF Warns of Israeli Real Estate Crisis and Rising Defense Budget Amid Strong Tech Sector Growth
EconomyJul 9, 2026·2 outlets

Israeli Economist Prof. Asaf Razin Dies at 85 After Influential Career

Prof. Asaf Razin, a prominent Israeli economist and former government advisor, died at 85. He warned against hyperinflation in the 1980s and later advised major central banks worl…

Israeli Economist Prof. Asaf Razin Dies at 85 After Influential Career
EconomyJul 8, 2026

Israel’s High-Tech Boom Fails to Boost Overall National Productivity

Israel leads in global tech innovation and invests heavily in R&D, yet its overall labor productivity remains below developed countries' average, with minimal improvement over 25…

Israel’s High-Tech Boom Fails to Boost Overall National Productivity
GeneralJul 8, 2026

Northern Israel Advances Polluting Landfill Expansion Despite Waste Revolution Plans

Northern Israel's authorities are advancing a major expansion of the Ablaim North landfill, despite Environment Minister Idit Silman's waste revolution plans. The expansion could…

EconomyJul 6, 2026

Bank of Israel Governor Warns Disregarding Supreme Court Rulings Harms Economy Amid Growth Risks

The Bank of Israel cut interest rates to 3.5% amid stable inflation but warned that Israel's growth relies heavily on a few global firms and stressed that ignoring Supreme Court r…

Bank of Israel Governor Warns Disregarding Supreme Court Rulings Harms Economy Amid Growth Risks
EconomyJul 6, 2026

Israeli Government's Delay of Network 13 Sale Raises Concerns for Foreign Tech Investors

The Israeli government's attempt to delay the private sale of Network 13 to prominent high-tech investors highlights risks of politicizing private investments, threatening foreign…

Israeli Government's Delay of Network 13 Sale Raises Concerns for Foreign Tech Investors
EconomyJul 6, 2026

Israeli Economy Shows Resilience Amid War, Credit Due to Finance Minister Smotrich

Despite initial warnings of economic collapse under Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich during Israel’s war, the economy has remained resilient with stable labor markets and growth…

Israeli Economy Shows Resilience Amid War, Credit Due to Finance Minister Smotrich
EconomyJul 4, 2026

South Korea's AI Boom Boosts Retail and Stock Market but Masks Deep Social Crisis

South Korea's AI-driven economic boom has boosted retail sales and stock prices, fueled by domestic wealth effects and increased Chinese tourism. However, this growth masks a seve…

South Korea's AI Boom Boosts Retail and Stock Market but Masks Deep Social Crisis
GeneralJul 2, 2026

Former Israeli Education Minister Warns of Deepening Crisis and Inequality in Education System

Former Israeli Education Minister Yuli Tamir warns that the education system faces deep instability with teacher shortages, unprepared schools, and growing inequality between weal…

PoliticsJul 2, 2026·2 outlets

Acting National Insurance CEO Sparks Outrage Over Autism Benefit Comments in Israel

Zvika Cohen, acting CEO of Israel's National Insurance Institute, sparked outrage after claiming the rise in autism diagnoses is partly due to financial incentives from disability…

GeneralJul 2, 2026·2 outlets

Israeli Fathers Can Double Paternity Leave and Receive Extra Pay Through National Insurance Benefit

Israel offers a little-known "parallel leave" benefit allowing fathers to extend paternity leave by one week alongside the mother without reducing her leave, often increasing fami…

HealthJul 2, 2026

Israeli Health Ministry Reports Mixed Results on Hospital-Acquired Infections in 2025

In 2025, Israeli hospitals reported around 4,000 hospital-acquired infections, with some large hospitals showing high bloodstream infection rates. The Ministry of Health's nationa…

EconomyJul 1, 2026

Netanyahu Highlights Housing Price Drop Amid Rising Rents and Economic Growth

Prime Minister Netanyahu highlighted a rare drop in Israeli housing prices amid rising rents and economic growth. While home prices fell due to high interest rates and increased c…

Netanyahu Highlights Housing Price Drop Amid Rising Rents and Economic Growth
EconomyJul 1, 2026

IMF Warns Israel’s Deficit Will Exceed Budget, Debt Ratio to Surge Due to Security Costs

The IMF forecasts Israel’s government deficit will exceed budget estimates, reaching 5.3% of GDP this year, with debt rising to 74% within four years due to high defense spending…