Lebanon · Country watch

Fuel Strike Looms, Gold Reserves Under Scrutiny

Lebanon faces a looming fuel strike, while discussions intensify on using gold reserves to alleviate financial strain.

Florent Kalfon · September 26, 2026 · 3 sources

The picture Deteriorating

Business conditions in Lebanon are deteriorating as a fuel strike looms and financial pressures prompt discussions on using gold reserves. The Economy Ministry's regulatory actions add pressure on retailers.

In this briefing Ministry of Economy and Trade (Lebanon) · Lebanon · Lebanese transport sector · Lebanese gold reserves

Regulation

retail
public-sector

Economy Ministry intensifies consumer protection efforts

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The Lebanese Ministry of Economy and Trade has intensified its market surveillance efforts, conducting field inspections to address consumer complaints and ensure compliance with official pricing and food safety standards, according to Leb Economy. In recent days, the ministry issued 26 fines and 5 warnings across various regions.

Impact Retailers in Lebanon face increased oversight as the Ministry of Economy steps up enforcement of pricing and safety regulations.

Sources: Leb Economy ↗

Disruption

logistics
public-sector

Fuel strike planned by Lebanese transport sector

Lebanon's transport sector has announced a strike scheduled for next Wednesday in response to rising fuel costs, according to Leb Economy. The strike will involve various protests and sit-ins across the country, impacting transport and other economic sectors. This move comes as fuel prices continue to increase, affecting transportation costs and the broader economy.

Impact Importers and logistics companies in Lebanon face disruptions as the transport sector plans a strike over fuel costs.

Watch The transport sector strike is scheduled for Wednesday. · 30 September 2026

Sources: Leb Economy ↗