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Big Shopping Centers Sees 47% Profit Surge as Israelis Flock to Malls

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Big Shopping Centers Sees 47% Profit Surge as Israelis Flock to Malls
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First reported by Calcalist · 16 hours ago

What happened

Big Shopping Centers saw a 47% profit increase in Q2 2026 with full mall occupancy, despite a slight profit decline in H1 due to currency and asset value factors. The company is expanding in Israel and Europe.

  • 01Big Shopping Centers' Q2 2026 profit rose 47% to 366.3 million shekels.
  • 02Mall occupancy reached 100% during the quarter.
  • 03H1 2026 profit was 548.5 million shekels, down from 671.6 million in H1 2025.
  • 04Profit decline linked to weaker euro and slower real estate asset growth.
  • 05Revenues in H1 2026 were 1.27 billion shekels, slightly below last year.
  • 06Company continues expanding shopping centers in Israel and Europe.

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PlacesIsrael, Europe

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.

MaarivCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Big Shopping Centers Sees 47% Profit Surge as Israelis Flock to Malls
CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew16 hours ago
BIG Shopping Centers Boost Quarterly Profits with Galilot Expansion and European Growth

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