Yemen

Yemen fares fairly well in our new short and long-term political risk ratings, in part because of its relatively strong democratic credentials. Although the ruling party has overall... 2007-05-08

The resumption of conflict between government forces and Shi'a rebels in the northern Saada region risks inflaming Yemen's Shi'a minority and potentially denting relations with regional... 2007-03-30

We are standing by our real GDP growth forecasts for Yemen, leaving our projections of 4.8% in 2006, 4.3% in 2007 and 4.6% in 2008 unchanged. Thereafter, we see a decline to a still... 2007-03-30

BMI View: The resumption of conflict between government forces and Shi'a rebels in the northern Saada region risks inflaming the country's Shi'a minority and potentially denting relations... 2007-03-27

BMI View: Although our core view foresees a slowdown in inflationary pressures, a failure to address this problem could end up hurting Yemen's already less than stellar growth outlook.... 2007-03-13

Inflation is a risk to our otherwise positive growth outlook for Yemen, not least because it will deter investment and eat into consumer spending. Although we acknowledge the benefits... 2007-03-13

BMI View: We have long been saying that Yemen is one of the most risk-laden countries in the region, and with lower oil prices and violent clashes recently, the situation is worsening.... 2007-01-31

BMI View: Although Yemen's short-term political risk rating has bounced back to 56.0 following the relatively peaceful passage of the September presidential elections, downside risks... 2006-12-21

BMI View: Yemen continues to underperform when it comes to attracting investment, and although inflows should pick up in 2007 with the grant of 14 new exploration licences, the outlook... 2006-12-06

BMI View: We see the budget deficit widening over the coming years, peaking at 4.2% of GDP in 2009 as a result of slowing growth, lower oil prices and high spending. However, a steeper... 2006-12-05