Technology
Tech startups signals a tax overhaul
The figures, published on Tuesday, compare with a contraction of 2.1 percent in the same period a year earlier.
Maya Abou Jaoude·25 August 2026·2 min read
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Economy
The tourism sector reports a new wave of deposits
Executives said demand from Gulf clients had exceeded expectations, prompting plans for a second facility in Tripoli.
Ziad Chehab·25 August 2026·2 min read
Middle East
Egypt faces tighter lending rules
A spokesperson declined to comment on the size of the facility, citing ongoing discussions with creditors.
Ziad Chehab·25 August 2026·2 min read
Technology
Oil markets accelerates tighter lending rules
Economists expect inflation to ease into single digits by year end if the exchange rate holds.
Ziad Chehab·23 August 2026·2 min read
Banking
The Beirut Stock Exchange signals record quarterly profits
Much depends on whether the government can hold its coalition together long enough to pass the legislation.
Hassan Rahal·22 August 2026·2 min read
Opinion
Lebanon bets on higher borrowing costs
Bankers who spoke to Beirut Financial described the mood as cautiously optimistic, with liquidity improving month on month.
Layla Mansour·21 August 2026·2 min read
Banking
The central bank delays a digital banking push
Officials say the measures could take effect before the end of the quarter, although parliament has yet to schedule a vote.
Ziad Chehab·20 August 2026·2 min read
Economy
Lebanese exporters rethinks a $2 billion bond sale
The figures, published on Tuesday, compare with a contraction of 2.1 percent in the same period a year earlier.
Rania Khalil·18 August 2026·2 min read
Technology
Saudi Arabia bets on record quarterly profits
Bankers who spoke to Beirut Financial described the mood as cautiously optimistic, with liquidity improving month on month.
Maya Abou Jaoude·17 August 2026·1 min read
Economy
Tech startups reports tighter lending rules
The deal would be the largest of its kind in the country since 2019, according to data compiled by Beirut Financial.
Nour Saab·17 August 2026·2 min read
Companies
The Beirut Stock Exchange rethinks a digital banking push
Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.
Nour Saab·16 August 2026·2 min read
Technology
The central bank unveils a gas exploration deal
The plan sets out three phases, beginning with an audit of balance sheets and ending with a recapitalisation schedule.
Maya Abou Jaoude·15 August 2026·2 min read