01 February 2026
Politicians not planners driving Safari Park relocation
The festive signing ceremony for the park’s relocation was canceled, due to the Prime Minister's schedule constraints. However, it is believed that the cancellation was due to concerns that the event could become embarrassing.
Israeli startups raised $1.1b in January
Overall in 2025, Israeli privately-held tech companies raised $10.7 billion, according to IVC-LeumiTech, up from $9.58 billion in 2024 and $6.9 billion in 2023 but well below $15 billion raised in 2022, and the record $25.6 billion raised in 2021.
Apartments sold and rented
A selection of recent real estate deals in Israel in Netanya, Petah Tikva, Rishon Lezion, Modi’in, Bat Hefer, and Ma’alot Tarshisha.
Moody’s raises Israel’s credit outlook
The international credit ratings agency has noted the improvement in the geopolitical security situation but has kept Israel’s credit rating itself unchanged.
29 January 2026
Apple buys Israeli startup Q.ai
The deal is reportedly worth $2 billion. Q.ai is a developer of solutions for improving audio interactions in difficult environments.
26 January 2026
M Haderech Mall again up for sale
Australia Israel wants to sell the mall and the Blue Valley commercial center in Afula to fund acquisition of control of Aspen Group.
Mobileye hits all-time low
Disappointment with the company's 2026 guidance led to a 10% fall in the share price over the Thursday and Friday sessions to under $10.