
Beirut expands stronger remittance inflows
Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.
Thursday 24 September 2026 · Beirut 01:53
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Investors have been watching the negotiations closely, with yields on the 2030 notes narrowing by 40 basis points this week.

Bankers who spoke to Beirut Financial described the mood as cautiously optimistic, with liquidity improving month on month.

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

Economists expect inflation to ease into single digits by year end if the exchange rate holds.

Remittances remain the single largest source of hard currency, accounting for roughly a fifth of national income.

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

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

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

Economists expect inflation to ease into single digits by year end if the exchange rate holds.

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