Credit rating agency cites risk that fighting in Gaza could spread, resulting in a greater hit to Israeli economy

US bureau chief Jacob Magid discusses Saudi normalization, Bahrain non-visit and a PA statement; tech editor Sharon Wrobel looks at Israel's credit rating and angel investment law

Report says 'domestic political polarization' to remain high amid uncertainty over the advancement of other parts of the government's 'controversial' package

PM, finance minister vow upcoming budget will 'strengthen economy' as senior Treasury official warns planned funds for ultra-Orthodox will have grave consequences

Ratings agency says it expects Israel's economic growth to grow to 1.5% in 2023, down from 6.5% in 2022

IMF cuts 2023 growth outlook, noting judicial uncertainty could lead to severe financial conditions, hamper investment and consumption; S&P set to affirm credit rating outlook

Top S&P official says weakening of institutions, checks and balances could have significant effects, as could new hardline policies in West Bank that may increase instability

Agency forecasts Israel's GDP growth by 6% this year, but just 2% in 2023, given global economic trends

Ratings agency says it expects Israeli economy to grow at rate of 5.5% in 2022, amid 'elevated geopolitical and domestic political' issues

Ratings agency warns 'fiscal risks could build' if continued gridlock in Knesset hampers government's ability to rein in spending