As we celebrate our 72nd year of independence, we look back at the past and are optimistic about our future. With all the news hitting us at the moment on COVID-19, you may have missed some significant stories on Israel. Israel has issued 10-, 30- and for the first time, …
Prudent Investing Weathers the Storm
”When it rains, it pours.” In the past few weeks, many investors around the globe found themselves losing money quickly in major stock markets. The economic clouds that had been swelling and threatening became a torrential downpour; the financial storm came with a vengeance. Wise Money Israel clients were asking …
Earn 8%+ with Israeli Bonds
Wise Money Israeli is excited to share with you a unique, secure investment opportunity. While 5-year U.S. bank CD rates are currently earning 1%, some highly rated Israeli corporate bonds are earning 8% and above. Remember, a diversified portfolio consists of domestic holdings and international securities, as well as different asset …
S&P Believes in Israel: Upgrades to A+
Recently, the leading international rating agency Standard & Poor’s upgraded Israel’s credit rating by one notch, to A+. According government sources, the rating action reflects S&P view of Israel’s improved economic policy flexibility as a result of strong growth and careful macroeconomic management. The rating service raised its long-term foreign currency …
Intro to the Israeli Capital Market
Before you start investing in the Israeli capital market, it is worth taking a few moments to familiarize yourself with some of the basics about the market itself. The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) is the only Israeli exchange where stocks, bonds and other Israeli securities are traded. Israeli businesses …