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Israel's central bank held rates at 4% on Feb. 23, 2026, citing geopolitical risks despite inflation falling to a 4.5-year low.
The Bank of Israel held its benchmark interest rate at 4% on February 23, 2026, defying expectations of another cut despite inflation falling to 1.8%—a 4.5-year low and within its target range.
Policymakers cited rising geopolitical risks, particularly over potential U.S.-Iran conflict, as the main reason for the pause, along with supply constraints, tight labor markets, and fiscal developments.
The shekel remained strong at 3.11 per dollar.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticized the decision, urging rate cuts to boost growth and ease financial burdens.
The central bank said future moves will depend on inflation, growth, and regional stability, with the next meeting scheduled for March 30.
El banco central de Israel mantuvo las tasas en 4% el 23 de febrero de 2026, citando riesgos geopolíticos a pesar de que la inflación cayó a un mínimo de 4,5 años.