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Morocco's Business Landscape Faces Critical Challenge as 40,000 Companies Face Closure in 2024

The Moroccan business sector is experiencing significant turbulence as an estimated 40,000 businesses are expected to close their doors by the end of 2024, according to recent reports from the Moroccan Confederation of SMEs (CMTPME). This dramatic increase in business closures highlights the ongoing......

Morocco's Financial Pulse: Dirham Dips, Reserves Surge Amid Market Shifts

The Moroccan financial landscape showcased mixed signals in the final days of 2024 and early 2025, with the dirham experiencing a modest decline while foreign reserves demonstrated notable strength. The national currency recorded a 0.5% depreciation against the US dollar and a 0.6% decline against the......

Syria's Aviation Milestone: International Flights Set to Resume After Political Shift

Syria is preparing to reconnect with the world through its skies as international flights are scheduled to resume on January 7, marking a significant shift in the country's post-conflict recovery. The General Authority of Civil Aviation and Air Transport, led by Ashhad al-Salibi, announced plans......

Moroccan International Travel Spending Soars to MAD 26.7 Billion in 2024

Moroccan citizens have demonstrated a remarkable surge in international travel expenditure, reaching MAD 26.7 billion (USD 2.6 billion) by November 2024, surpassing the entire previous year's spending. This significant financial milestone, reported by SNRT News, represents a substantial increase......

Morocco's Energy Import Costs Drop 13% Amid Global Market Shifts

Morocco achieved substantial savings in its energy sector during the third quarter of 2024, with import costs for energy and lubricants decreasing by 13% compared to the same period in 2023. This reduction, reported by the country's Statistics and Forecasts Office (HCP), marks the most significant......

Morocco Bolsters Poultry Supply Chain as Ramadan 1446 Approaches

Morocco's agricultural ministry is taking proactive steps to ensure stable poultry supplies and pricing ahead of Ramadan 1446. Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari recently convened with poultry sector professionals to evaluate production levels, supply chains, and price stabilization strategies......

Morocco's Treasury Auction Exceeds Expectations with $700 Million Bond Sale

Morocco's Treasury demonstrated remarkable market strength in its first auction of 2025, successfully raising over 700 million USD (MAD 7 billion), marking the most substantial issuance since February 2024. The January auction exceeded expectations, drawing more than 1.2 billion USD in total demand......

Spain-Morocco Trade Deal Sparks Debate Over Melilla Customs Framework

Spanish authorities have announced significant progress in negotiations with Morocco regarding customs operations at Ceuta and Melilla, marking a crucial shift in bilateral trade relations. The development comes as both nations work to establish a modernized customs framework, though the initiative has......

Elon Musk: A Bridge Between Global Powers Amid Trade Tensions

Elon Musk’s role in fostering international business relationships has positioned him as a potential intermediary in global trade dynamics, particularly between the United States and China. His unique ties to both nations highlight his influence not only as a business leader but also as a figure......

Growth of New Enterprises in Morocco: Insights and Sectorial Distribution in 2024

In 2024, Morocco witnessed a significant surge in new business formations, with 78,244 enterprises established by the end of October, according to the Moroccan Office for Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC). This data highlights a promising entrepreneurial environment in the country, reflecting......

France Invests 2 Billion Euros in the Kénitra-Marrakech High-Speed Rail Project

The Kénitra-Marrakech high-speed rail project, one of the most anticipated infrastructure initiatives in Morocco, is progressing rapidly. Aimed at modernizing the country's rail transport system, this ambitious project benefits from strong international cooperation and a complex financial......

Tanger Med: A Rising Star in Global Port Rankings

The Tanger Med Port has achieved a significant milestone by securing third place in the 2024 Global Port Performance Index (CPPI), marking a remarkable leap from its previous fifth position. This advancement underscores Morocco's relentless efforts to enhance its port infrastructure and logistics......

Study Reveals 70% of Moroccan Households Without Personal Vehicles

A comprehensive market study by Sunergia and L'Economiste has unveiled significant disparities in car ownership across Morocco, highlighting notable urban-rural divides and generational patterns in vehicle acquisition and maintenance. The research indicates that only 30% of Moroccan households own......