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Israeli Economic Council Proposes Pension Savings Shift for Workers Under 40
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First reported by NEWSru Israel · 2 days ago
What happened
Israel's National Economic Council head Avi Simhon proposed eliminating employee pension contributions until age 40 to boost young workers' income. The plan faces opposition from the Histadrut and financial experts concerned about long-term savings.
- 01Proposal to halt employee pension deductions until age 40.
- 02Aims to increase young workers' net income by 6%.
- 03Employers would continue full contributions.
- 04Histadrut and experts oppose, citing long-term savings risks.
- 05Proposal timed before upcoming elections.
- 06Debate centers on current income versus future savings.
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