Countries / West Asia
Investing in Yemen
Prolonged conflict has fractured the banking system and currency, and there is no functioning public securities market for individuals.
- Capital
- Sana'a (internationally recognized government based in Aden)
- Currency
- Yemeni rial
- Main exchange
- No functioning public stock exchange
- Regulator
- Central Bank of Yemen (dual authorities since the civil war)
How people invest in Yemen
Gold and land are the practical stores of value where formal financial infrastructure has broken down; remittances from Yemenis abroad support a significant share of household income.
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Frequently asked questions
What currency does Yemen use?
Yemen uses the Yemeni rial.
What is the main stock exchange in Yemen?
No functioning public stock exchange, overseen by the Central Bank of Yemen (dual authorities since the civil war).
What do people in Yemen typically invest in?
Gold and land are the practical stores of value where formal financial infrastructure has broken down; remittances from Yemenis abroad support a significant share of household income.