European Recession Now Longer Than 2008 Financial Crisis
 

Obama says IRS Problems Will be Fixed
 

Eurozone Economy Faces Another Bad Year
 

US Housing Prices, And Confidence, Rise
 

Cyprus Approves International Bailout
 

Spain: Economy is Worsening
 

IMF's Lagarde Says Global Economy 'Looks Better'
 

US Job Growth Slows, Jobless Rate Dips
 

Europe Pressures Cyprus to Resolve Debt Crisis
 

US Senate Approves 2013 Spending Bill
 

US Consumer Spending Rises at Fastest Pace in 5 Months
 

Italy's Deadlocked Election Worries EU, Hurts Financial Markets
 

Fed Chief Warns of Economic Headwinds From Budget Stalemate
 

Obama Wants 'Thriving' Middle Class
 
President Obama said every American should be provided with the skills and training to fill the jobs

Obama to Focus on US Economy, Jobs in Annual Address
 

EU Claims That Crisis Is Over Premature, Analysts Warn
 

China Bans Ads for Luxury Goods
 

Britain Could Be on Path to EU Exit
 

Davos Summit Ends with New Warnings on Global Economy
 

Credit Rating Agency Warns Washington
 

World Economy Remains Fragile
 
"The economic decisions made in the United States and Europe could easily affect the world recovery."

US Banks to Pay $8.5 Billion Settlement on Foreclosure Abuse
 

Eurozone Unemployment Soars to New High
 
There is optimism the worst of the eurozone crisis is over

Analysts: More Battles to Come Over Spending in Washington
 

US Senate Votes to Avert ‘Fiscal Cliff’
 

Obama Urges Congress to Avoid 'Self-Inflicted Wound'
 

US Congress Shows No Urgency on 'Fiscal Cliff'
 

US Consumer Confidence Falls
 

Wage Growth Slows Worldwide
 

Obama: Wealthy Must Pay Higher Taxes
 

Israeli economy displays maturity and stability in crisis
 
Minister of Finance Dr. Yuval Steinitz: "The Israeli economy has displayed maturity and stability in previous security crises. I am convinced that the economy will survive the present crisis as well."

As Sanctions Ease, US Companies Start Investing in Burma
 

Holiday Season Features Latest, Hottest Electronic Gadgets
 

Chrysler CEO Denies Plans to Shift Jobs to China
 

European Leaders Take Partial Step Toward Stabilization
 

Largest Acquisition by a Japanese Company Announced
 

Bank of Israel report: recent economic developments, May - August 2012
 
The growth rate during the second quarter of 2012 was 3.4 percent, lower than the economy's long-term growth rate and near a rate consistent with Bank of Israel's forecast for 2012

Greece, Spain Seek More Austerity
 

US Economy Grew Weakly in Second Quarter
 

China to Continue Supporting Europe’s Recovery
 

US Central Bank Weighing New Economic Stimulus
 

US Economy Grows Faster Than First Thought
 

High Gold Prices Bring Chinese into Ghana's Mines
 

British Bank Value Plunges on Iran Money-Laundering Charge
 

US Central Bank Weighing Actions to Boost Weak Economy
 

UN Economic and Social Council high-level segment ends with call for partnerships
 

Eurozone at risk of losing additional 4.5 million jobs over next four years – UN warns
 

Eurozone Jobless Rate Hits Record
 
The European Union said Monday the eurozone's unemployment rate edged up in May to 11.1 percent, the highest rate since the euro was launched in 1999

Greece to Present 'Alarming' Economic Data
 
Deputy Finance Minister Christos Staikouras said the Greek economy, in its fifth year of a recession, would contract 6.7 percent this year compared to a previous forecast of 4.5 percent

Japan Finance Chief: Europe Pledges 'Speedy' Debt Action
 

Norway Public Service Workers On Strike Over Pay
 

EU Summit Wraps After Little Progress
 
"We want Greece to remain in the euro area while respecting its commitments"

Europe's Economic Woes Shadow G8 Summit
 

Israel - Accountant General publishes government financial statements for 2011
 
For the first time, the land owned by the State has been appraised. The scope of assets in respect to projects in cooperation with the private sector stands at approximately NIS 19 billion in 2011, and fixed assets at approximately NIS 290 billion

Obama Urges ‘Bold Action’ on Economic Proposals
 
“I know this is an election year, but it is not an excuse for inaction. Six months is plenty of time for Democrats and Republicans to get together and do the right thing "

Greek Political Turmoil Raises Concerns of Eurozone Exit
 
"Stock markets would fall with a Greek default and the bailouts would have proven to be pointless"

Senate Ignores Obama's Call to Cut Oil Tax Breaks
 
White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said the president would continue his efforts to cut tax breaks for oil companies

Worries Boost Gasoline Prices and Stir Up US Politics
 
U.S. gasoline prices are rising to a level that angers many motorists

Finance Ministry launches campaign to attract foreign investors to Israel
 

China Reports Rare Trade Deficit
 

US Businesses Sharply Boosting Employment
 
Job growth in the last six months in the United States has been the highest since 2006

EU Leaders Sign Treaty Requiring Its Governments to Constrain Spending
 

US Busts Multi-Million Dollar Counterfeiting Ring Linked to China
 

Ban calls for global economic model that promotes greater social justice
 

Eurozone Ministers Approve Greek Bailout Deal
 
Details of the plan still being worked out

Bank of Israel Monetary Policy Report - July-December 2011
 

Report: US Unemployment Drops; Jobs Grow; Stocks Soar
 

US Economy Remains Focus of Presidential Race
 

IMF mission to Israel begins discussions
 
The mission will present its preliminary report to the Governor of the Bank of Israel and the Minister of Finance on February 13

Merkel: ‘Long Road’ Ahead for European Economic Recovery
 

US Economy on Mend But Hiring Limited
 

US Unemployment Drops; 200,000 Jobs Added
 

Leading Economists Offer Their Forecasts for 2012
 

Obama 'Hopeful' About 2012
 

Discounts Boost US Holiday Sales
 

Officials of the U.S. central bank: US Economy Grows 'Moderately'
 

S&P Might Downgrade Europe Bailout Fund
 

Knesset Approves Tax Reforms According to the Trajtenberg Committee Report
 

Sarkozy, Merkel Agree on Steps to Save Euro Currency Union
 

Government Workers Strike in Britain
 

Obama: Euro Crisis Solution of 'Huge Importance' for US
 

EU Leaders Pledge New Economic Integration
 

US Shoppers Crowd Stores on 'Black Friday'
 

Obama Returns Home From Asia to Face Economic Problems
 

Occupy Wall Street Protesters Hold 'Day of Action'
 

Europe's Economic Crisis Intensifies
 

Obama Hopes to Build on G20 Progress
 

US Adds 80,000 Jobs in October, Unemployment Ticks Lower
 

New Israeli VC seeks portfolio companies in smart agrotech
 
"We see the fundamental needs in the world, which are really water, energy and food," says the fund's manager

Israel-Cabinet Approves Trajtenberg Committee Taxation Provisions
 

Bank of Israel leaves interest rate for November 2011 unchanged at 3 percent
 

Rent-A-Grandma Focuses on Hiring Older Workers
 
"We had a grandma who’s living in her car. The economy is terrible and a lot of these grandma’s can’t find work”

EU Finance Ministers Debate Financial Crisis
 

Hundreds Arrested in Occupy Wall Street Protest Movement
 

Belgium Buys Subsidiary of Financially Troubled Dexia Bank
 

French, German Leaders Agree on European Debt Plans
 

Anti-Wall Street Protest Movement Spreading
 

World Markets on Edge as Greece Misses Deficit Reduction Target
 

Bank of Israel reduces interest rate for October 2011 to 3 percent
 
The decision to reduce the interest rate for October to 3 percent is based mainly on the negative turnaround in the global economy, and is intended to support growth while preserving financial stability

S&P upgraded Israel's credit rating to A+
 
The rating action reflects S&P view of Israel's improved economic policy flexibility as a result of strong growth and careful macroeconomic management.

European, Asian Markets Tumble on Greek Default Fears
 

One in Seven US Households Struggles to Afford Food
 

More US Companies Look Global as Domestic Demand Drops
 

US Job Growth Grinds to a Halt in August
 

Global Stocks Fall on US Recession, European Debt Worries
 

Fitch: US Still AAA
 

US Cigarette Companies Sue Government Over New Warning Labels
 

Germany, France Call for Common Eurozone Economic Government
 

Mass Economic Protests Continue in Israel
 

Positive US Jobs Data Lifts US, European Stocks
 

Rating Agencies Affirm France's AAA Credit
 

US Central Bank to Hold Interest Rates Low
 

Global Markets Down After S&P Cuts US Credit Rating
 
The downgrade signals that the S&P believes U.S. government bonds are now a riskier investment

Israeli Stock Market Plunges in Response to US Debt Crisis
 

China Slams US on Credit Downgrade, Most Countries Cautious
 

S&P Downgrades US Credit Rating for First Time
 

Japan Moves to Stem Rising Yen
 

Obama Signs Compromise Debt Ceiling Bill
 
The president said said the priority now is for Democrats and Republicans to focus on creating jobs and reviving the U.S. economy

Bank of Israel publishes Monetary Policy Report for January-June 2011
 
In the Israeli economy, the recovery in real economic activity and decline in unemployment continued in the first quarter of 2011

Washington Wrangles Over Debt as Deadline Approaches
 

EU Leaders to Continue Search for Economic Answers
 

White House Releases Staff Salary Report
 

Eurozone Releases Another Greek Bailout Installment
 

Greek Crisis Prompts Fears for Euro Currency
 

Obama Enters Talks on US Debt, Spending Cuts
 

Israel News - Cabinet Approves Plan to Accelerate Residential Construction
 
Young couples, discharged soldiers and students feel that their dream of purchasing an apartment is moving further away due to rising prices

US Debt Ceiling Votes Invite Partisanship
 

US Economic Woes Debated
 

MicroPointing mini-mouse points to cell phone revolution
 
A tiny Israeli innovation is stepping up to take the place of the 'rocker mouse' that is fast becoming a relic in cell phone and gaming technology.

NYC Police Charge IMF Chief With Attempted Rape
 

Vicksburg Businesses Band Together to Fight Floodwater
 

Spreading Israel's agricultural miracle
 
IBM is supporting a kibbutz-based company's cloud-based software for agricultural needs, helping to export Israeli technology to farmers all over the world

US Retailers Hope For Strong Mother's Day Sales
 

Cuts in Education Force Teacher Layoffs in California
 

WTO Scolds Boeing On Subsidies
 

Anti-Hunger Advocates Fast to Protest US Budget Cuts
 
30 organizations, 4,000 activists participate

Japan's Crisis Batters Global Nuclear Industry
 

Tokyo Market Plunges on Nuclear, Power Supply Concerns
 

Nuclear Power Industry Shaken by Japan Quake, Tsunami Disaster
 
Industry experts say explosions at three reactors in Japan will seriously affect what many call a nuclear renaissance, a growing shift toward nuclear power as an alternative to fossil fuels

Former US Trade Reps See Opportunities, Difficulties in Chinese Economic Growth
 

Americans Take Oil Price Rise in Stride, Brace for Higher Prices
 

India Passes Bill to Sue Coca Cola
 

US Protesters Counter Austerity, Anti-Union Proposals
 

G20 Divisions Between Rich and Developing Countries Could Hamper Agreement
 

US Lawmakers Spar Over Budget Cuts
 

Obama Heads to California to Meet Technology Leaders
 

US Economy Grew 3.2 Percent in 4th Quarter
 
Economists say the gains should help alleviate concerns about the threat of another recession

Finance Ministers Cautiously Optimistic About Global Economy
 

Obama Speech to Focus on Economy, Political Cooperation
 

Chinese President’s US Visit to Underscore Improved Ties
 
“China needs the United States, but the United States also benefits very substantially from a rapidly growing economic relationship with China.”

Retailers Look to Emerging Markets for Continued Growth