Business Investment Opportunities in Lebanon

Business type: Manufacture and trade of chocolate and chocolate products, based in Aramoun, Baabda, Mount Lebanon, under its own brand. - Operated for 7 years before halting operations 5 years ago due to COVID-19 and the increase in the dollar value, with established local brand recognition and supermarket shelf presence. - Distribution channels: Direct supply to wholesalers and supermarket chains, notably Al-Makhzan and Al-Rimal, and planned use of company representatives in Beirut and Mount Lebanon. - Market coverage: Domestic Lebanon market with existing contacts among major local traders; targeting remote governorates such as Beqaa, Tripoli, and South via appointed agents. - Sales performance: Historical daily sales US$1,000–1,300 and last reported annual sales ≈ US$300,000 prior to closure. - Financial restart projection: Forecasted monthly revenue ramp from US$10,000 at relaunch to ~US$50,000 within six months using modern marketing and rebuilt distribution. - Has a strong legacy brand recall and existing retailer preference, customers reportedly still prioritize this chocolate in stores despite company closure. - Revenue model: Product sales to wholesalers and supermarkets (B2B) and indirect retail reach via supermarket shelf placements and merchant-led exports. - Growth levers: Revive supermarket contracts, re-establish agent network for regional distribution, and invest in modern marketing. - The business holds commercial registration in Lebanon. No other industry-specific licenses are required unless the business begins exports in the future.

Beirut-based boutique consulting firm specializing in retail franchise development and consulting services across the MENA region. - Core offerings: Franchise format development, market entry strategy, retail operations setup, and on-the-ground implementation for international franchisors. - Primary clients: Women's apparel brands and café/food retail businesses seeking regional expansion and local partners. - Acts as the local execution partner by handling site selection, local licensing, vendor onboarding, and operational rollout for multi-country retail concepts. - Revenue model: Success fees for deal completion plus an ongoing percentage of client sales. - Single-founder operation (1 employee) with low overhead and scalable model through partner networks and subcontractors. - Early-stage business with recent launch and new client pipeline. - Has an Incorporation Certificate.

Lebanon-based natural skincare brand producing handmade natural skincare products with passion and love. - In-house production and distribution under its own brand, started in January last year. - Current manufacturing capacity is 1,000 products per week, enabling small-batch organic skincare production. - Has a product range of 12 SKUs. - Registered in Lebanon, has a trademark registration and product formulations are approved by the Ministry of Health, ensuring regulatory compliance and safety. - Actively distributing to over 10 sales points, including major retailers and small boutique shops, and distribution is carried out on a weekly basis. - Earns revenue by manufacturing and distributing finished skincare products through direct distribution to retail sales points. - There are two permanent employees, both of whom are directors. Additional contract employees are hired as needed for production and logistics.

Famous e-commerce platform in Lebanon established 5 years ago and has quickly amassed over 2,000 customers with a remarkable 40% repeat purchase rate, leveraging its direct-to-consumer model to build a loyal clientele. - Achieves a significant 60% gross profit margin through lean operations and a vertically integrated supply chain, sourcing premium fabrics from Turkey and getting them manufactured by manufacturers and tailors in Lebanon. - Offers 70+ products across four categories, with the women's category being the top seller, followed by home collection contributing to the majority of revenue. - The brand targets "modern men and women" and parents, focusing on Gen Z and Millennials, capitalizing on their preference for minimalist and sustainable fashion. - An impressive average customer rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 stars and a rapidly expanding social media presence enhancing brand visibility. - Experiences increased sales during the August to December period, aligning with seasonal shopping trends and demand. - Well-recognized in Lebanon with collaborations with Class A influencers, augmented by reputable logistics partnerships for global reach through Aramex. - We mostly hire freelance photographers, and freelance designers and use Google ads for the smooth running of the business. Therefore, the promoter operates her business herself efficiently.

Established e-commerce presence: The promoter has successfully operated a hair care products e-commerce company for 9 years, indicating a robust understanding of the market. - Strategic product expansion: Introduction of a new hair dryer line will capitalize on existing brand recognition and align with the growing demand for hair accessories in the GCC region. - Outsourced manufacturing: Production will be outsourced, offering operational flexibility and cost efficiency while enabling focus on marketing and distribution. - Prototype readiness: A fully developed prototype of the hair dryer is completed, accelerating the path to market and reducing time-to-launch. - Market potential: Targeting women in GCC countries, tapping into a lucrative and expanding market for hair care and styling products. - Legitimate operations: The business is duly registered with a commercial registration certificate, ensuring compliance and credibility in business transactions.