
Lebanese exporters braces for a rebound in tourism
Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.
Wednesday 23 September 2026 · Beirut 20:36
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Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.

Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.

The plan sets out three phases, beginning with an audit of balance sheets and ending with a recapitalisation schedule.

Analysts caution that the outlook remains tied to the pace of structural reforms and the political calendar.

Officials say the measures could take effect before the end of the quarter, although parliament has yet to schedule a vote.

Critics argue the timeline is unrealistic and that the burden will fall disproportionately on small depositors.

Regional peers have moved faster, and the gap is becoming harder to ignore, one former adviser said.

Executives said demand from Gulf clients had exceeded expectations, prompting plans for a second facility in Tripoli.

The programme includes technical assistance from the World Bank and a monitoring framework agreed with donors.

Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.

Executives said demand from Gulf clients had exceeded expectations, prompting plans for a second facility in Tripoli.

The announcement lifted shares in the sector by as much as four percent in early trading.