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Failed G City Sale Costs Broker 10 Million Shekels as New CEO Prepares to Take Over

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First reported by Globes · Aug 4, 2026

What happened

The failed sale of controlling shares in G City from Haim Katzman’s Norstar to Tzachi Abu’s Ari Real Estate has led to a lost 10 million shekel brokerage fee but advanced the appointment of Kelifa as CEO. Katzman remains confident in finding new buyers and completing a similar deal soon.

  • 01The G City sale from Norstar to Ari Real Estate collapsed, affecting key stakeholders.
  • 02Kelifa Fund will replace Katzman as G City CEO in October with generous terms.
  • 03Discount Underwriting loses up to 10 million shekels in expected commission from the failed deal.
  • 04Norstar plans to seek new strategic investors via Discount Underwriting, not the stock market.
  • 05Katzman is optimistic about reopening the sale process with multiple interested buyers.
  • 06Institutional investors may benefit from the deal’s collapse through asset sales above value.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

GlobesUnrated · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Failed G City Sale Costs Broker 10 Million Shekels as New CEO Prepares to Take Over
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Haim Katzman Seeks Immediate Buyer for G City Control After Deal Collapse
GlobesUnrated · HebrewAug 4, 2026
G City Real Estate Deal Collapses as Katzman Cites Partner Disputes and Financial Concerns
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewAug 4, 2026
Zachi Abu Says Haim Katz Knew About Partners in G City Deal Cancellation
GlobesUnrated · HebrewAug 4, 2026
Real Estate Deal Between Haim Katzman and Tzachi Abu Collapses After One Month

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