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What is the Lebanon Economic Monitor (Lem)?

The Lebanon Economic Monitor (LEM) provides an update on recent economic developments and policies and presents a medium-term outlook on the economy, including forecasts of Selected Economic Indicators. Its coverage ranges from the macro-economy to financial markets to indicators of human welfare and development.

How has the Syrian crisis affected Lebanese economy?

However, Lebanon's debt to GDP ratio remained one of the highest in the world. The Syrian crisis has significantly affected Lebanese economic and financial situation. The demographic pressure imposed by the Syrian refugees now living in Lebanon has led to competition in the labour market.

Is Lebanon a market for US goods and services?

Lebanon can be a market for US goods and services, as Lebanese consumers value name brands, exceptional quality, and after-sales support. Several U.S. corporations have opened offices in Beirut due to this demand. However, recent developments could potentially dampen Lebanon’s potential as a market.

Does Lebanon have a good economic growth rate?

The International Monetary Fund issued a second report on Lebanon in October 2015, where its expectations of the economic growth rate were lowered to 2%, compared to the 2.5% growth rate of the first report, released in April 2015.

Is Lebanon's economic future optimistic?

Most analysts assess that Lebanon’s near- and medium-term economic future is bleak with likely fiscal austerity, increased inflation, continuing capital controls, further devaluation, and a potential loss of value applied to wealthy accountholders to recapitalize the banking sector.

What happened to Lebanon's GDP in 2020?

In fact, Lebanon’s GDP plummeted from close to US$ 55 billion in 2018 to an estimated US$ 33 billion in 2020, with US$ GDP/ capita falling by around 40 percent. Lebanon Economic Monitor, Fall 2020: The Deliberate Depression