Tag: israel

October 10, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Impact of Israel-Hamas conflict on global stock movements

The global financial sphere kept a close eye on stocks to identify and track the specific geopolitical risks as relevant markets opened on Monday. Analysts predicted a rise in the buying of assets such as gold and US currency, followed by an increased demand for US Treasuries.  In line with these predictions, US stock futures…

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Good news for Bitcoin investors: Israel might cut tax on profit by half
November 07, 2018 BY Mariela Naydenova

Where does Israel stand with its stablecoin plans?

In November 2017, the Bank of Israel put up a working group to identify the needs and possible launch of a government-backed digital coin, or a stablecoin. The group examined certain advantages and disadvantages of Israel issuing a stablecoin and concluded that the country should wait until more governments around the world introduce their own…

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September 11, 2017 BY admin

Israel Diamond Exchange and Carats.IO to launch diamond backed digital currency

The Israel Diamond Exchange (IDE) has signed an agreement with start-up CARATS.IO to launch a digital currency backed by diamonds named CDC – Carats.IO Diamond Currency. The start-up specializes in Big Data solutions for the precious gems and diamond industries. The new digital currency will be based solely on investments in diamonds purchased at the Israel Diamond…

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January 18, 2017 BY Valentina Kirilova

Israel issues largest Euro bond offering on London Stock Exchange

London Stock Exchange (LSE) just welcomed the listing of Israel’s largest ever Euro denominated bond offering. The €2.25 billion issue in 10 and 20 year government bonds marks the first time in three years Israel has issued Euro denominated debt. The offer secured exceptional investor demand and was more than four times oversubscribed, with the combined…

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June 20, 2015 BY Mike Fox

Israel's Bank Leumi selects TradAir for its global FX Solution

Zahi Elias, Head of Trading at Bank Leumi said: “Bank Leumi is creating an extensive e-trading offering for our clients. Using TradAir to support this, we are able to increase the services we offer our clients, improve our pricing and increase our trading activities. TradAir’s innovative approach and best-in-class technology has allowed us to adapt our services quickly and efficiently.”

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