Lebanon GDP (2026)

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Lebanon has traditionally been recognized for its banking, trade, tourism, education, and entrepreneurial business environment. Although recent financial and political crises have significantly affected economic activity, the country continues to possess strong human capital and commercial potential. This page examines Lebanon GDP figures, historical developments, and the economic outlook for 2026.

Lebanon Live GDP
$20,266,563,070
GDP Added Today
$40,924,713
GDP Growth Rate (2026)
4.00%
vs 2025
โ€ข 0.00%
GDP Per Capita (2026)
$6,443
vs 2025
โ€ข $0
Global Rank (Nominal)
#115
of 218 countries
Years Covered
1980โ€“2026
47 years

Lebanon GDP Growth (1980โ€“2026)

Annual real GDP growth rate (%)

Historical Highlights

1980โ€“2026 GDP performance summary

Highest GDP $55.29B
Lowest GDP $2.62B
Average Growth 2.19%
1980โ€“2026
Best Growth 44.50%
Weakest Growth -42.20%
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Share of World GDP (2026)

Lebanon 0.03%
United States 25.58%
China 16.47%
Germany 4.31%
Japan 3.46%
Rest of World 50.16%
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Key Findings

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Lebanon's GDP in 2026 is $34.50B.

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It ranks #115 among 218 countries.

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Lebanon contributes 0.03% to the world economy.

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GDP per capita is $6,443 in 2026.

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The economy recorded GDP growth of 4.00% in 2026.

Historical Data

Lebanon GDP Historical Data (1980โ€“2026)

2026 $34,497,000,000 4.00% $6,443 0.03% #114
2025 $34,497,000,000 4.00% $6,443 0.03% #111
2024 $29,339,000,000 -7.50% $5,480 0.03% #112
2023 $24,491,000,000 -0.70% $4,574 0.02% #116
2022 $25,674,000,000 1.00% $4,677 0.03% #112
2021 $20,522,000,000 2.10% $3,670 0.02% #116
2020 $23,626,000,000 -26.80% $4,172 0.03% #109
2019 $50,983,000,000 -6.60% $8,818 0.06% #89
2018 $55,290,000,000 -1.90% $9,291 0.06% #84
2017 $52,880,000,000 0.80% $8,656 0.06% #84
2016 $50,618,000,000 1.60% $8,088 0.07% #82
2015 $49,893,000,000 0.50% $7,797 0.07% #83
2014 $48,068,000,000 2.40% $7,661 0.06% #92
2013 $46,868,000,000 3.80% $8,253 0.06% #88
2012 $44,015,000,000 2.80% $8,500 0.06% #86
2011 $39,927,000,000 0.90% $7,914 0.05% #88
2010 $38,444,000,000 8.00% $7,695 0.06% #85
2009 $35,400,000,000 10.20% $7,150 0.06% #85
2008 $29,119,000,000 9.10% $5,958 0.04% #89
2007 $24,827,000,000 9.30% $5,162 0.04% #89
2006 $22,023,000,000 1.50% $4,666 0.04% #86
2005 $21,497,000,000 2.50% $4,630 0.04% #84
2004 $21,160,000,000 7.50% $4,625 0.05% #83
2003 $19,486,000,000 1.70% $4,326 0.05% #79
2002 $18,837,000,000 3.40% $4,236 0.05% #75
2001 $17,361,000,000 3.90% $3,955 0.05% #76
2000 $17,018,000,000 1.10% $3,939 0.05% #78
1999 $17,174,000,000 -0.80% $4,041 0.05% #76
1998 $17,059,000,000 3.90% $4,082 0.05% #78
1997 $15,535,000,000 10.20% $3,782 0.05% #78
1996 $12,824,000,000 4.00% $3,179 0.04% #81
1995 $10,971,000,000 6.50% $2,771 0.03% #82
1994 $8,988,000,000 8.00% $2,312 0.03% #83
1993 $7,435,000,000 7.00% $1,947 0.03% #83
1992 $5,472,000,000 4.50% $1,461 0.02% #97
1991 $4,392,000,000 38.20% $1,198 0.02% #98
1990 $2,801,000,000 -13.40% $779 0.01% #111
1989 $2,682,000,000 -42.20% $761 0.01% #110
1988 $3,269,000,000 -28.20% $946 0.02% #98
1987 $3,254,000,000 16.70% $960 0.02% #97
1986 $2,780,000,000 -6.80% $840 0.02% #101
1985 $3,566,000,000 24.30% $1,105 0.03% #96
1984 $4,269,000,000 44.50% $1,349 0.04% #85
1983 $3,611,000,000 22.70% $1,162 0.03% #90
1982 $2,621,000,000 -36.80% $854 0.02% #102
1981 $3,843,000,000 0.60% $1,269 0.03% #90
1980 $4,020,000,000 1.50% $1,356 0.04% #88

Lebanon GDP Projections (IMF)

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Projection data is not available.

Lebanon Economy Overview

Lebanon has traditionally maintained a service-based economy centered on finance, trade, tourism, education, healthcare, and professional services. Beirut has long served as an important commercial and financial center for the Middle East, supported by a highly educated workforce and entrepreneurial private sector.

Agriculture produces fruits, vegetables, olives, wine, and tobacco, while manufacturing includes food processing, jewelry, pharmaceuticals, and construction materials. However, recent financial crises, currency depreciation, banking sector instability, and infrastructure challenges have significantly reduced economic activity and investment.

Lebanon GDP Outlook

Lebanonโ€™s future economic direction depends on political stability, financial-sector restructuring, currency stabilization, and restoration of basic public services. Tourism, trade, technology, healthcare, education, agriculture, and creative industries could support recovery because of the countryโ€™s skilled population and international connections. However, progress requires banking reforms and improved electricity infrastructure. High inflation, public debt, institutional paralysis, regional conflict, emigration, and limited access to finance make the outlook exceptionally uncertain.