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Lebanon · Country watch

Fuel Prices Surge, Economic Concerns Deepen

Fuel prices in Lebanon surge, while economic bodies warn of worsening conditions, impacting businesses and consumers.

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The picture Deteriorating

Business conditions in Lebanon are deteriorating due to rising fuel prices and economic concerns. The surge in fuel costs and warnings from economic bodies highlight increasing challenges for businesses and consumers this week.

In this briefing Leb Economy · Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon · An-Nahar · Almaner News · Central Administration of Statistics (Lebanon)

Regulation

Nothing significant reported today.

Disruption

Nothing significant reported today.

Internal tension

  • public-sector
  • finance
  • retail

Economic Bodies Warn of Lebanon's Worsening Economy

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Lebanon's economic bodies held an urgent meeting to address the deteriorating economic and social conditions. According to Leb Economy, the meeting focused on the impact of global inflation, rising fuel costs, electricity expenses, and taxes. The bodies expressed grave concern over the economic decline, warning that thousands of businesses could collapse if immediate measures are not taken.

Impact Employers across sectors face increased risk of business closures and financial instability.

Sources: Leb Economy ↗

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

  • energy
  • logistics

Fuel Prices Surge in Lebanon Amid Economic Strain

Fuel prices in Lebanon have surged again, marking the second consecutive week of increases. According to An-Nahar, the price of 95-octane gasoline rose by 24,000 Lebanese pounds to 2,834,000 pounds, while 98-octane gasoline also increased by 24,000 pounds to 2,852,000 pounds. Diesel prices saw a significant rise of 55,000 pounds, reaching 2,823,000 pounds. Almaner News confirms these figures, indicating a continued upward trend in fuel costs.

Impact Fuel importers and logistics operators face higher costs, impacting transportation and distribution expenses.

Sources: An-Nahar النهار ↗, Almaner News ↗

  • retail
  • finance

Consumer Price Index Rises Amid Fuel Price Hike

Lebanon's Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 1.40% in August 2026, driven by a 10.5% rise in fuel prices. Leb Economy reports that the CPI saw varying increases across regions, with the highest in Nabatieh at 2.12% and the lowest in the South at 0.79%. The rising fuel costs have contributed significantly to the overall increase in consumer prices.

Impact Retailers and consumers face higher costs, affecting purchasing power and sales margins.

Sources: Leb Economy ↗

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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