Stanley Fisher

'Trump only understands if somebody wins and somebody loses'

Former Bank of Israel Gov. Stanley Fischer: Trump 'doesn't understand trade.'

Former Bank of Israel governor steps down from Federal Reserve

Stanley Fischer steps down as vice chairman of the Federal Reserve, citing personal reasons.

Economist: Fischer Could be a 'Disaster' for US

Stanley Fischer was highly regarded when he ran the Bank of Israel - but maybe he shouldn't have been, writes a British economist.

Stanley Fischer Confirmed as Vice Chair of Federal Reserve

Senate confirms President Obama's nomination of former Bank of Israel chief to be vice chairman of the Federal Reserve.

Fischer Joins Board of Federal Reserve

Former Bank of Israel chief sworn in as a member of the Federal Reserve's board of governors, on the way to becoming its vice-chair.

Fischer Edging Closer to Federal Reserve

Former Bank of Israel's nomination as vice chairman of the Federal Reserve clears a key procedural hurdle in the Senate.

Fischer to Serve as Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve

Obama names Stanley Fischer, former Governor of the Bank of Israel, as his nominee for vice chairman of the Federal Reserve.

Report: Fischer to be Vice Chairman of Federal Reserve

Former Bank of Israel Governor is leading candidate to become vice chairman of the Federal Reserve, say American sources.

Flug: Challenges Abound for Bank, Economy

The new Governor of the Bank of Israel, Karnit Flug, said she appreciated the vote of confidence the country's leaders had given heR

Stanley Fischer: Flug a 'Worthy Choice' for BOI Head

Former Bank of Israel head joins gov't officials, MKs, and economists in welcoming the appointment of Karnit Flug as his successor.

PM, Lapid: Frenkel a Victim of 'Wagging Tongues'

Yaakov Frenkel announced Monday night that he would not be taking the job of Bank of Israel chairman

Fischer Taken to Hospital After Feeling Unwell

Outgoing Bank of Israel Governor is suffering from dehydration and exhaustion, says the Tel Hashomer Hospital.

July Interest Rate Unchanged Amid Praises for Frenkel

Israel’s Bank of Israel kept the country’s prime interest rate unchanged at 1.25 percent for the month of July.

Fischer: Hareidi Birthrate ‘a Problem’

Bank of Israel head makes controversial statements about hareidi, Arab families in a farewell address.

'Dollar Gone Wild' Prompts Unusual Bank of Israel Move

Interest rates will go down by a quarter point on Friday, an unusual mid-month move by outgoing BOI Chairman Stanley Fischer

Deficit Spending Target Approved, After S&P Rating Cut

The government voted to approve an increase in the state budget's deficit target, at a compromise level of 4.65%

Lapid Agrees to Raise Deficit to 4.65%

Finance Minister Yair Lapid agrees to increase the deficit target to 4.65% for 2013, after originally planning to increase it to 4.9%.

Lapid Seeks Unprecedented Deficit

Lapid wants to increase deficit goal to 50 billion. Sources close to PM say he’s working alone.

Exporters 'Near Panic' As Shekel Breaks NIS 3.60

Israeli exporters were besides themselves Monday, as the dollar sank below the NIS 3.60 level.

Stanley Fischer Backs Lapid on Deficit Goal

Bank of Israel head comes to agreement with Lapid, backs 3% deficit target.

‘Social Justice Forum’ Backs Lapid: Increase the Deficit

Group founded by ‘social justice’ protesters backs Lapid on budget, says increasing deficit is ‘responsible.’

Bank of Israel vs. Lapid on Running Up Deficit

Lapid seeks leeway in 2013 budget; Bank of Israel chief Stanley Fischer nixes change to deficit plan.

Bank of Israel Buys Dollars, But Shekel Stays Strong

In an effort to keep the value of the shekel lower, the Bank of Israel intervened in the currency markets.

Video: BOI Head Stanley Fischer "Leaving Bank in Good Condition"

Stanley Fischer, the Governor of the Bank of Israel, announced early retirement and said he's leaving the central bank in 'good condition.'

Stanley Fischer to Step Down as Bank of Israel Head

Bank of Israel governor Stanley Fischer has submitted his resignation and will leave his post in June

Bank of Israel Cuts Interest to Lowest Rate in 2 Years

The Bank of Israel dropped the prime interest rate on Monday to its lowest level in more than two years.

Bank of Israel Leaves Interest Rate Unchanged in December

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer has left the prime interest rate unchanged for the month of December.

Fischer Says Banks Ready 'For All Sorts of Eventualities'

Stanley Fischer, Governor of the Bank of Israel, on Iran, sanctions, the Israeli economy and what to expect in the coming months.

Fischer: Eurozone Nations Still in Denial on Fiscal Problems

Numerous nations in Europe are still in denial about the economic crisis they are facing, Bank of Israel Gov. Stanley Fischer says.

BOI Gov Stanley Fischer Addresses Students at Int'l Model UN

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer addressed 170 students at this year's international model U.N. Program in Rishon Letzion.

Financial System Preparing for Iran Strike, Says Fischer

Bank of Israel Governor says the financial system is preparing for an Israeli strike in Iran and a resulting downturn in the economy.

Bank of Israel Paper Profits of Billions as Dollar Nears NIS 4

Fischer is laughing all the way to the bank. Critics scoffed as he paid 3.3 shekels for a buck. Now a dollar costs almost 4 shekels.

Fischer Loses Deficit Spending Showdown in Cabinet

The cabinet voted to raise Israel's deficit ceiling to 3% over the objections of Bank of Israel governor Stanley Fischer.

Fischer Blasts Netanyahu Deficit Spending Plan

Bank of Israel governor Stanley Fischer says the PM's plan to increase deficit spending is the exact opposite of what Israel should do

Shekel Sinks, Now Worth 25 Cents

The dollar-shekel rate hit a three-year high this week and is just about touching the level where a shekel is worth only a quarter.

Bank of Israel Finally Lowers Prime Rate

After five months of holding the rate steady, the Bank of Israel on Monday lowered interest rates.

Fischer: Time to Pay Up; VAT Must Rise 1%

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer on Wednesday declared his support for raising Israel's Value Added Tax (VAT) by at least 1%

Fischer: I'm Not a Candidate for President

Bank of Israel Governor Professor Stanley Fischer at a speech: The path I chose in life does not qualify me to be Israel's president.

Bank of Israel Cuts Interest Rate for February

The Bank of Israel has cut its interest rate for February from 2.75 to 2.5 percent, noting the slowdown that began in 2011 "continues."

Fischer Won’t Head IMF, Disqualified by Board

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer disqualified from the race to head the International Monetary Fund due to his age.

Bank Governor Stanley Fischer Running to Head IMF

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer has officially announced he is in the running to head the International Money Fund.

Shalit Supporters to Call: Block Money to Gaza

In a protest on Friday, protesters will call on the Israeli government to stop transferring money to Hamas as long as Gilad Shalit is held captive.

Bank of Israel Governor May Be Candidate to Head IMF

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer is a possible candidate to head the International Money Fund, but has made no final decision.

Increase in Israeli Home Prices: 3rd Highest in the World

Israeli homes continue to prove be one of the best investments around. Growth in home prices in the Jewish state is the third highest in the world.

Strong Objections to Fischer’s ’Political’ Currency

Stanley Fischer’s political agenda calls for Rabin and Begin’s pictures to grace Israeli currency, but he never asked Begin’s family. It objects.

Bernanke Praises His Teacher: Israeli Bank Governor Fischer

Israeli Central Bank Governor Stanley Fischer earns praises from his former student, Federal Reserve Bank chief Ben Bernanke.

Israel Ranks 15th in Human Development Index

Israel climbs 12 rungs on UN Development Project index that measures average wage, life expectancy and education.

Disappointment with Fischer for Sabbath Speech

Bank of Israel Governor receives high honors abroad but forgets to honor the Sabbath, prompting ire in Israel.

Number 1 in the World: Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer

The British magazine EuroMoney has designated Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer as the number-one national bank governor in the world.

Fischer: Low Chances of Second Recession

Bank of Israel Governor: chances of a second recession are no more than 25%.

Euro Could Collapse, Says Former Bank of Israel Head

Prof. Yaakov Frenkel predicts a collapse of the European currency in three years if Greek crisis is not solved. Stanley Fischer begins second term.

GDP Grows 4.9% in Last Quarter of 2009

Netanyahu notes GDP growth is 'almost the highest among developed countries.' Fischer: 2009 'a more successful year than we initially expected.'

Governor of Bank of Israel Stanley Fischer Agrees to Second Term

Governor of the Bank of Israel Stanley Fischer has accepted another five-year term at the invitation of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.

Fischer, Yaalon Face ‘Chinese Wall' on Iranian Sanctions

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer and Vice Prime Minister Moshe Yaalon are trying to scale a Chinese wall against tough sanctions on Iran.

Bank of Israel Governor Fischer to Woo China on Iran

Bank of Israel Gov. Stanley Fischer, accompanied by Minister Moshe Yaalon, are going to China to try and convince it to support sanctions on Iran.

Fischer: Israel's Economy is Strong

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer assured the Conference of Presidents that Israel's strong economy can withstand adversity.

Iranian Threat Tightens Israeli-US Ties, Says Security Advisor

The threat of a nuclear Iran has pushed Israel and the US closer together, national security advisor Arad told the Herzliya Conference on Sunday.

Israel Becomes First to Raise Interest

Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer announces 0.25% interest hike, making Israel the first to raise interest since global financial crisis hit.

Fischer Resumes Dollar Buying Binge

Fischer pulled another rabbit out of his hat and performed his favorite trick – buying more dollars to weaken the shekel. How long will it work?

Fischer: Israel One of World’s Safest Places for Investors

Israel has been a Rock of Gibraltar in the global crisis. S&P retains its bond rating. Stanley Fischer says Israel is one of the world’s best bets.