The political scene remains on being the main driver of the economy. A mere 1.2% growth, depicted by the PMI, suggested slow economic Read More
Abstract A lot of questions are being asked in these past few months on “where the Lebanese economy is headed; or how Read More
Healthcare spending in Lebanon is substantial with BMI revising its forecasts upwards. BMI estimates that healthcare spending will rise from $4.14 billion in 2017 Read More
The fiscal balance of Lebanon, an oil-importing economy, managed to record a larger primary surplus and a smaller deficit in 2017 even though Read More
The culprits for the slump in the automobile market have been the same since 2011. The AIA’s accompanying note with the monthly Read More
In the first half of 2018, Lebanon has failed to maintain a positive uptrend in its trade activity despite the improving political scene Read More
Global FDI flows fell substantially in 2017 on account of rising political and economic instability. FDI inflows to developed countries suffered the biggest Read More
The stock markets have taken investors on a roller coaster ride. 2018 began with enthusiasm for global stock markets. Strong corporate earnings and Read More
Abstract In July 2018, the IMF presented a report promoting “inclusive growth” in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and it Read More
The economic slowdown of the Lebanese economy has persisted for several years with marginal growth in GDP levels, and the beginning of 2018 Read More
