One of the very few landmarks that have stood throughout the Lebanese history is Port of Beirut (PoB). Since the establishment of Read More
By Samih Antoine Azar and Ali Bolbol[1] Introduction In economic policy circles there is a debate on the relative benefits and costs Read More
The stock market in Lebanon is not considered a strong indicator to evaluate the financial market in Lebanon due to the weakness Read More
Many analysts commended Lebanese banks on their good performance in an economy crippled by political and social instability. Today, however, scrutiny of Read More
By Invitation (for something a bit different!): Dr Azar is Professor of Economics and Finance at Haigazian University, Beirut, Lebanon. The views Read More
Lebanon witnessed the birth of startup companies by the time the Central Bank issued Circular 331 on August 22nd 2013. The Circular had as Read More
Today Lebanon is battling a deep economic crisis and the situation underscores the size of the problem facing the central bank, largely Read More
For years, the Lebanese banking industry maintained financial stability. It played a vital role in the country’s economy and was the Read More
BY INVITATION Dr Azar is full professor of economics and finance at Haigazian University. The views expressed in this note are those Read More
Lebanon was in a state of economic depression in 2020. Lebanon has suffered from a severe economic, political and humanitarian crisis during 2020. The Read More
