A Week of Divergence: Lebanese Eurobonds Drop While U.S. Treasury Yields Edge Higher
| 18/06/2026 | 11/06/2026 | Change | Year to Date | |
| BLOM Bond Index (BBI) | 26.33 | 26.62 | -1.08% | 9.33% |
| Weighted Yield | 62.94% | 61.90% | 1.67% | -7.21% |
| Weighted Spread | 5,894.78 | 5,805.42 | 1.54% | -8.34% |
The BLOM Bond Index (BBI), which tracks Lebanese government Eurobonds (excluding coupon payments), fell by 1.08% over the course of the week ending June 18th 2026, closing at 26.33 points, attributed to the persistent security concerns on Southern Lebanon. In spite of the weekly decline, BBI improved noticeably by 9.33% YTD. And as bond prices decreases, yields increase and so the weighted yield rose by 167 basis points to 62.94%.
Lebanon remained at the intersection of regional security pressures and diplomatic efforts. Security concerns centered on continued clashes along the southern border, while economically the country faced ongoing reform challenges amid conflict-related disruptions. Politically, regional negotiations and international initiatives increasingly shaped discussions about Lebanon’s future stability, governance, and sovereignty.
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