Israel's 'complete siege' on Gaza, Bank of Israel to sell $30bn in reserves, EU regulators to order Illumina to sell cancer test developer, oil market impact, and announcement of Nobel Prize in Economics winner Claudia Golden.
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Israel has imposed a 'complete siege' on Gaza, causing severe humanitarian challenges and displacing its population.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to a significant impact on Israel's currency, prompting the central bank to sell up to $30 billion of foreign reserves to stabilize exchange rates and restore market credibility.
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Conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has intensified, with Israel launching air strikes and imposing a complete siege on Gaza. Israel has destroyed residential homes and high-rise buildings, resulting in a heavy toll. Gaza, which is already under strict restrictions, is now facing additional challenges as Israel cuts off electricity, water, and other supplies. The densely populated territory is in a state of uncertainty and people are seeking refuge in UN-run schools or the homes of family and friends.
Impact of conflict on Israel's currency
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has had an impact on Israel's currency. The Shekel fell to a seven-year low against the dollar, prompting the Bank of Israel to intervene. The central bank plans to sell up to $30 billion worth of foreign reserves to support the currency and stabilize exchange rates. This move aims to provide liquidity and credibility to the markets, as well as mitigate concerns over the country's fiscal outlook and government policies.
Israel imposed a “complete siege” of the Gaza Strip, the Bank of Israel said it planned to sell up to $30bn of dollar reserves to support the shekel, and EU regulators will order US biotech Illumina to sell cancer test developer Grail.
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