Mr. Nassib Ghobril
Mr. Nassib Ghobril is Chief Economist and Head of Economic Research and Analysis at Byblos Bank, a position he has held since 2006. A leading economic and financial researcher, he specializes in the economies of Lebanon, the Middle East, Africa and emerging markets.Prior to joining Byblos Bank, Mr. Ghobril led research at Groupe Saradar, Lebanon Invest and Audi-Saradar Group. He established and developed the research departments at Byblos Bank and Groupe Saradar, and has published more than 1,700 analytical reports on Lebanon and regional markets. He also developed several national economic indicators, including the Byblos Bank Consumer Confidence Index and the Real Estate Demand Index.
Mr. Ghobril is a frequent speaker at conferences and a regular commentator in international media. He also advises ministers and parliamentarians on economic, financial and monetary matters, and serves on several economic associations and advisory boards in Lebanon and abroad.
Mr. Ghobril holds degrees from the American University of Beirut, the American University in Washington, D.C., and Thunderbird School of Global Management.