Tellimer's Bigolin on Saudi Aramco's Delayed IPO, Lebanon's Debt Plan

The video discusses investor confidence in emerging markets, highlighting lower borrowing costs and positive sentiment despite recent attacks. It then shifts focus to Lebanon's financial instability, marked by high yields on debt and economic fragility. The discussion includes potential reforms and external support needed to avert a financial collapse. Finally, Egypt's successful IMF-backed reforms are presented as a model for Lebanon to follow.

What is one of the main reasons for the positive sentiment among investors in emerging markets?

• Negative sentiment due to recent attacks

• Lack of demand for Saudi risk

• Oversubscription of new issuances

• High borrowing costs

What is a significant indicator of financial distress in Lebanon?

• Increased external financing support

• High yield on Lebanese debt

• Stable economic growth

• Low yield on Lebanese debt

What is one of the macroeconomic challenges faced by Lebanon?

• Current account deficit

• Budget surplus

• High GDP growth

• Low debt-to-GDP ratio

Which country is suggested as a model for Lebanon to follow in terms of economic reform?

• Greece

• Egypt

• Turkey

• Italy

What was one of the outcomes of Egypt's structural reforms under the IMF?

• Increased inflation

• Growth reinstated to 6%

• Higher debt-to-GDP ratio

• Decreased investor confidence