Recent Publications written by Roe Kenneth Portal
The Cost of Living in Israel: What do the Numbers Say?
Written By: Prof. Karnit Flug, Nadav Porat Hirsh, Roe Kenneth Portal
Over the past decade average real wage of Israeli workers increased by 25% - nevertheless their purchasing power is relatively lower than the OECD average
Intergenerational Mobility in Israel: Do Gaps Get Smaller from Generation to Generation?
Written By: Gabriel Gordon, Prof. Karnit Flug, Roe Kenneth Portal
This study examines patterns of intergenerational mobility and found considerable differences between different population groups
Intergenerational Mobility in Israel is Relatively Low
Written By: Prof. Karnit Flug, Gabriel Gordon, Roe Kenneth Portal
New IDI study finds that only 14% of Israeli children in the bottom income quartile will reach the top quartile
Public Opinion Survey on Socioeconomic Issues
Written By: Prof. Karnit Flug, Dana Bublil, Yarden Kedar, Roe Kenneth Portal
Despite the health and economic crisis that has affected Israel since March 2020, the share of those who say they are satisfied with their economic situation (“somewhat satisfied” or “very satisfied”) has risen from 28% in the summer of 2019 to around 33% in May 2022.
Is Israel Also Experiencing a “Great Resignation”?
Written By: Daphna Aviram-Nitzan, Roe Kenneth Portal
The "great resignation" that has swept the US and UK in recent months is one of the symbols of the recovery from the pandemic. Is this trend taking place in Israel too?