cost of living
Israel is an “Island Economy” by Choice, not Necessity
Research by Kohelet Forum Policy illuminates the fact that Israel’s comparatively low rate of importing goods and services is largely a result of government policy, particularly the barriers imposed...
Israel’s planning in a topsy-turvy world
The most vulnerable farms are also the least efficient; mechanization is the key to both saving costs and avoiding pathogens.
Why Shirts Are Cheap and Groceries are Expensive: Consequences of Trade Barriers in Israel
In contrast to the cost of clothing which is low compared to other countries, the cost of food in Israel is relatively high. This pattern developed after the textile...