Israel · Country watch
US Expands Iran Sanctions, Nice's Actimize Sale Talks
US sanctions disrupt Iranian flights; Brookfield eyes acquisition of Nice's Actimize.
In this briefing Brookfield Asset Management · Nice Ltd · United States Department of the Treasury · Iran Air · Central Elections Committee (Israel) · Ra'am (United Arab List) · Joint List
Companies
Brookfield in talks to acquire Nice's Actimize
Brookfield Asset Management is reportedly in discussions to acquire Nice Ltd's Actimize division for $2 billion, according to Globes. Actimize, which specializes in financial risk management solutions, could enhance Brookfield's portfolio in the financial technology sector. The acquisition talks are still in the early stages, and no final agreement has been reached. This potential deal highlights Brookfield's interest in expanding its technology and finance-related investments.
Impact Investors in Nice Ltd and Brookfield Asset Management may see changes in stock valuations and strategic direction.
Sources: Globes ↗
Trade
US expands Iran sanctions to airlines, suppliers
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The United States has expanded its sanctions on Iran to include airlines and service providers, warning that those who continue to serve Iranian carriers risk losing access to the dollar system, according to Ynet. This move has already led to flight cancellations, impacting routes across the region. The sanctions aim to further isolate Iran economically, with China and Russia reportedly resisting the pressure. The development comes amid heightened tensions between the US and Iran.
Impact Airlines and service providers face operational disruptions and financial risks due to new US sanctions on Iran.
Sources: Ynet ↗
Politics
Arab Ra'am, Joint List barred from elections
The Central Elections Committee (CEC) has temporarily barred the Arab Ra'am and Joint List parties from participating in the upcoming October elections, pending a Supreme Court ruling, according to the Jerusalem Post. The decision could significantly impact the political landscape in Israel, as these parties represent a substantial portion of the Arab-Israeli electorate. The Supreme Court's ruling will determine whether these parties can contest in the elections, influencing the composition of the next Knesset.
Impact Arab-Israeli voters face uncertainty in political representation pending a Supreme Court decision.
Watch The Supreme Court ruling on the CEC decision is pending.
Sources: Jerusalem Post ↗
Nothing significant reported today in Regulation · Disruption · Internal tension · Safety & health · Markets.
Also today in the local press
- Gaza Board of Peace unveils $2.45B rebuilding push: ‘Hamas ready to disarm’ — Ynet
- Hackers broke into FBI systems and stole personal information on thousands of agents — Ynet
- US drafted a memo condemning UK over West Bank sanctions. The White House shelved it. — Ynet
- ‘Dangers of Israel and Zionism’: Morocco’s Islamists seek comeback as country votes — Ynet
- Election panel banning all Arab parties reveals who Netanyahu's rivals truly are — Haaretz
- Israel's top court delays decision on Oct. 7 state probe petitions until after election — Haaretz
- Случайная ошибка парализовала аэропорты США – подробности — cursorinfo
- Yashar members press Eisenkot to formally rule out coalition with United Arab List — Haaretz
Sources in this briefing
- Globes 1
- Jerusalem Post 1
- Ynet 1
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