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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 4 MIN

Israel's Shekel at Record Highs

from Middle East Brief with Avi Kaner · host Avi Kaner

Israel’s currency is reaching record highs.And it’s happening during war.In this episode, Avi Kaner explains why the shekel’s strength matters, what it signals, and the remarkable history behind Israel’s modern currency.How the ancient word “shekel” returned in modern IsraelIsrael’s first post-independence currency: the Israeli liraThe launch of the New Israeli Shekel in 1985Why currencies usually weaken during conflictWhy the shekel is strengthening insteadHow markets measure confidence beyond headlinesWhat Israel’s innovation economy means for investorsAnd why this may reflect a bigger regional opportunity storyThis is more than a currency move.It is a signal of resilience, confidence, and long-term value.

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