Financial

In a recent survey conducted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Israel emerged as one of the countries with the highest rate of support for government intervention in dealing with the cost of living crisis. Among the 27 member countries of the OECD, Israel ranked fourth, with a staggering 83% of participants believing that the government should play a role in addressing the rising costs of living

In a significant development within the cybersecurity industry, the French Thales Group has reached an agreement to acquire the Israeli information security company Imperva for an impressive $3.6 billion. The deal, expected to be finalized by the end of the year, will mark a remarkable turn of events for Imperva, which had been purchased by the American Thoma Bravo Fund for $2.1 billion in 2018

Solaredge, a leading manufacturer of solar panel converters and power amplifiers, disappointed investors with a weak forecast for its revenues and profitability in the third quarter of 2023. As a result, its shares plummeted by 12% in late trading. The company reported earnings of $120 million, equivalent to $2.12 per share based on US GAAP, for the second quarter of 2023. This was a decline from the $138 million profit in the first quarter of the year and $15 million in the same quarter in 2022.

Oppenheimer, known for its strong research department, has maintained an "outperform" recommendation for Amdocs (DOX) stock while raising its target price from $99 to $109. The decision comes after Amdocs posted strong fiscal third-quarter results, showcasing annual revenue growth of 6.9% at constant exchange rates. Although the growth rate slightly decelerated compared to the previous quarter, the company remains strategically well-positioned in the cloud services sector, particularly among leading telecom companies undergoing digital transformation

The Automated Bank Services Company has released its data on credit card expenses for the month of July, revealing a remarkable surge of approximately 6.2% compared to the same period last year. With credit card spending reaching an impressive NIS 41.17 billion, July has claimed its spot as the second-highest month of the year for credit card expenditure

Bezeq Group, a leading telecommunications company in Israel, has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2023, showcasing impressive growth in revenues and achieving its highest adjusted net profit since 2017. The company's robust performance has led to positive market sentiment, with its shares rising by 1.8% at the opening of trading on Wednesday

Israel Chemicals Ltd (ICL), now known as ACL, has witnessed a tumultuous second quarter in 2023, grappling with plunging profits and a sharp decline in product prices. However, recent indicators of price stabilization and increased demand suggest a potential turnaround for the fertilizer and minerals producer. Since the commencement of the third quarter, ACL's stock has surged by 16%, hinting at a potential upswing in the company's financial results for Q3. This comes as a relief after the company faced a severe blow in Q2, when a precipitous fall in fertilizer prices and reduced...

Israel's flagship airline, El Al, is celebrating its 20th anniversary since its listing on the stock exchange by unveiling remarkable financial performance in the second quarter of 2023. The company's published reports reveal a substantial surge in profits and a strategic business roadmap geared towards fleet expansion and upgrading narrow-body aircraft

Israeli software company Monday has solidified its position as one of the standout success stories on Wall Street. The company's trajectory began with its 2021 IPO, where it stood out as one of the few to trade above its initial public offering (IPO) value. The momentum has persisted as Monday consistently exceeded forecasts, leading to rapid growth in the second quarter. The company's stock recently surged by 10%, pushing its market value to approximately $8.3 billion

Shufersal, a prominent player in the food retail sector, reported a remarkable 68% surge in operating profit for the second quarter of 2023 when compared to the same period in 2022. The figure stood at a staggering NIS 89 million. Despite this noteworthy profitability upswing, Yitzhak Abarkhan, the Chairman of Shufersal, has emphasized that the company is far from content. Sources indicate that the retail giant is embarking on another sweeping efficiency program, poised to significantly impact its financial landscape throughout 2024 and 2025