Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in July as Inflation Remains Low, Housing Costs Increase Moderately

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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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%

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