Israeli election day spending: 928 Million NIS in cafes, shops by 5 p.m.

According to credit card companies, Israelis are taking advantage of the midweek day off, when all stores are open, for shopping and entertainment.

Between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, they spent 928 million shekels, marking a 12.9% increase compared to the spending by that hour during the November 2022 elections.

In comparison, during the 2018 local elections, Israelis spent NIS 524 million.