Spotlights on Lebanon

Research reports covering various economic and market sectors in Lebanon

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The Lebanese Plastic Industry: Leveraging its Strengths Locally and Abroad

The Lebanese plastic industry is one of the few industries that have been shielded from the morose economic environment. The Syrian crisis, which had ripples on key sectors of the Lebanese economy such as ... read more

Solid Waste Management in Lebanon

After the 15-year civil war that Lebanon endured, plans were put in place to alleviate the wounds of the war. Solid Waste Management (SWM) was one of the priorities of the Lebanese government. SWM ... read more

Lebanese Eurobonds Still Benefitting from Investor Confidence in H1 2015

The year 2015 still portrayed key problems for Lebanon on the political and economic fronts. Parliamentary sessions for the election of a new President were and, are still, regularly postponed, rendering ... read more

Lebanese Malls Adopting the Philosophy of “Build it! They Will Come!”

Shopping malls have become the centerpieces for rejuvenation of cities in Lebanon. The concept of a singularly owned and operated multi-tenant commercial property is thriving. The shopping center industry ... read more

Gold: An Essential Component of Lebanon’s Trade of Precious Metals

The Lebanese balance of trade for precious metals (gold, diamonds, articles of jewelry, silver, platinum, pearls and precious stones) has been in the red for the past four years at the exception of 2012. ... read more

Beirut Stock Exchange: H1 2015 Performance Review

While major financial markets today are considered to be free-floating, dictated almost unconditionally by demand and supply, there exists ample evidence of monetary authorities playing primary roles in ... read more

IMF: Passing a Credible Budget Remains a Critical Priority for Lebanon

In July 2015, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its Article IV consultation for Lebanon in which it discusses the current context, highlights challenges and priorities and, issues ... read more

Steel Industry in Lebanon: 2014 Market Update

The steel industry is the biggest industry in the world after oil and gas, with an estimated global turnover of $900B. Steel is the most widely exploited and recycled metal on earth. Its various forms and ... read more

Alternatives for Developing Containers’ Activity at the Port of Beirut

Sixty years ago, Malcolm McLean had an idea that revolutionized maritime transport and stimulated international trade: the shipping container. Even though seaborne trade dates back decades, McLean’s ... read more

2014: A Critical Year for the Cement Industry

Ever since 2011, construction, real estate and therefore the cement industry have been negatively impacted by the eruption of the Arab spring, especially in neighboring Syria, and by the local instability ... read more

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