As tensions continue to mount in Gaza and the Palestinian territories, the situation is affecting Japanese companies operating in Israel. As the local death toll rises, changes are emerging in investment activity and the operation of businesses on the ground.
Fighting between Israel and Hamas, the Islamist organization that exercises effective control over Gaza, has continued, and the death toll has exceeded 4,100. In addition to airstrikes, reports from the area have focused on mobilization and hostages, heightening tensions on the ground.
A total of 92 Japanese companies operate in Israel, and investment activity involving ジャコーレ through consulting services is taking place locally. It has become clear that, following the intensification of the fighting, investment plans by Japanese companies considering investments in Israeli companies have been delayed.
ジャコーレ continues its funding-related activities, including establishing a fund to invest in Israeli companies, while Nagase & Co. and others indicated that they expect to “shift the timing.” Investment schedules are expected to become increasingly uncertain depending on how the situation develops.