According to the January 2026 quarterly Economic Bulletin published by the Union of Arab Banks (UAB), Arab banking activity continued to expand significantly, Read More
It is no exaggeration that one of the most pressing questions in Lebanon now is whether the exchange rate peg at 89,500 LBP Read More
2025 was marked by a shifting global economic landscape shaped by policy adjustments, geopolitical developments, and ongoing efforts toward economic stabilization. Throughout the Read More
Introduction The Lebanese economic and financial situation remained fragile in 2025 despite the election of a new President after more than two years Read More
Introduction Global equity markets navigated a dynamic landscape in 2025, shaped by technological innovation, evolving monetary policy expectations, and shifting geopolitical developments. While Read More
In 2025, global and domestic markets experienced sharp divergences. Lebanon’s NEER and REER both declined, driven by a weakening US dollar and Read More
In mid-October 2019, just before the onset of the Lebanese financial crisis, the Central Bank of Lebanon (BDL) published its bi-weekly balance sheet Read More
The 2025 global bond market witnessed high yields and volatility. Different monetary policies were implemented across different regions based on frequent updates in Read More
Prepared for IFI Closed Roundtable: Friday, February 6, 2026; 5-6.30 pm The Lebanese crisis is more than six years old now, and there doesn’Read More
Lebanon’s electricity sector is in a state of chronic dysfunction, characterized by massive financial losses, severe supply shortages, and a reliance Read More
