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Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in July as Inflation Remains Low, Housing Costs Increase Moderately
How 13 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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First reported by Ynet · Aug 13, 2026
What happened
Israel's consumer prices increased by 0.3% in July 2026, with annual inflation steady at 1.5%. Housing and transportation costs rose moderately, while new apartment prices increased slightly but remain below last year's levels. Renters faced higher costs, especially new tenants, amid regional price variations.
- 01Israel's CPI rose 0.3% in July, slightly above forecasts, with annual inflation at 1.5%.
- 02Transportation, culture, and housing prices increased, while clothing and fresh produce prices fell.
- 03New rental contracts saw a 4.7% rent increase; renewals rose 2.6%.
- 04Jerusalem and Haifa experienced price hikes; Central District and Tel Aviv saw declines.
- 05New apartment prices rose 0.5% monthly but remain 2% lower year-over-year.
- 06Average home transaction price in Q2 2026 was 2.435 million shekels, up 7.9% annually.
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Full coverage · 13 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
MaarivCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in July as Inflation Remains Low, Housing Costs Increase Moderately
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July Amid Mixed Sector Trends
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July as Inflation Eases to 1.5%
Now 14Right · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July with Unexpected Housing Price Increase
Channel 13Center · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July, Annual Inflation Hits 1.5%
YnetCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July as Annual Inflation Drops to 1.5%
CalcalistUnrated · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July with Annual Inflation at 1.5%, Housing Prices Stable
N12Center · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July; Annual Inflation at 1.5%
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July with Annual Inflation at 1.5%
GlobesUnrated · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Annual Inflation Rate Drops to 1.5% in July 2026 Amid Slight Housing Price Rise
SrugimRight · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises Moderately in July Amid Mixed Housing Market Trends
Kan NewsCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Inflation Eases to 1.5% in July with Slight Rise in Housing Prices
YnetCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July Amid Annual Housing Price Decline
WallaCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July 2026 Amid Ongoing Rent Increases
MaarivCenter · HebrewAug 14, 2026
July Inflation Data Signals Rising Costs Amid Israel's Economic and Security Challenges
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