Lebanon’s Q1 2026 fiscal position showed strong revenue growth—driven by VAT collections, higher non‑tax income, and revised excise duties on Read More
The Gold Volatility Index (GVZ) is often described as the “gold equivalent of the VIX.” It measures the market’s expectations of Read More
2026: Billion USD BDL Foreign Reserves 11.5 Total Deposits 83 BDL Gold 41 100,000 USD Total Deposits 20* Asset-Backed Securities Deposits 35* Bank Reserves 3.5* * Estimate In the debate regarding Read More
In its October 2025 Diagnostic Report on Governance and Corruption and the accompanying High-Level Summary Technical Assistance Report, prepared by the International Monetary Read More
On June 4th, 2026, the Central Bank (BDL) issued two intermediate circulars 768 (decision 13824) and 769 (decision 13825) to amend basic circulars 158 (decision 13335) and 166 (decision 13611) respectively. Read More
In his opening editorial for the Association of Banks in Lebanon’s May 2026 Monthly Bulletin report, Dr. Fadi Khalaf argues that the Read More
On May 8th, 2026, the Central Bank of Lebanon (BDL) issued intermediate circular 764 (decision 13818) that amends basic circular 150 (decision 13217) related to the mandatory Read More
Moody’s Ratings (Moody’s) has completed a periodic review of the ratings of Lebanon. The review was conducted through a rating Read More
1.Intoduction Was the economic recovery that Lebanon witnessed in 2025 based on a sustainable productive activity that can be built on? Or was Read More
On May 8th, 2026, the Central Bank (CB) issued intermediate circular 763 (decision 13817) that amends basic circular 38 (decision 6895) related to the deposits, checks, transfers Read More
