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Phosphate Trade Surges as Morocco's Export Powerhouse Fuels Growth

Morocco's economic prowess shines brightly through its flourishing phosphate sector, propelling the nation's export figures to unprecedented heights. Recent data from the Foreign Exchange Office vividly illustrates the remarkable growth of this industry, with phosphate and its derivative products......

Moroccan Economy Shows Resilience in Challenging Times

The Moroccan economy demonstrated resilience in 2023, growing at a rate of 3.4% according to recently released national accounts data from the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This faster pace of expansion comes despite high inflation and marks an improvement over the prior year's growth of 1.5%.  Domestic......

Morocco and Catalonia: Strengthening Economic Bonds through Innovation and Partnership

Top business figures and diplomats from Morocco and Catalonia gathered in Casablanca on June 4th to discuss advancing commercial cooperation at the Morocco-Spain Economic Meeting with a Focus on Catalonia. The forum, hosted by Morocco's General Confederation of Enterprises (CGEM), aimed to identify......

Capital Market Fundraising Slows in Early 2022

Morocco's capital markets saw a slight decline in fundraising during the first four months of the year, according to data released by the country's markets regulator. Total funds raised from January through April reached 33.09 billion dirhams (US$ 3.3 billion), a decrease of around 450 million......

The Strength of Savings: Morocco's Economic Resilience in 2023

Morocco's national savings rate reached 28.2% of gross domestic product in 2023, up from 26.7% the previous year, according to data from the High Commission for Planning. This increase came despite higher domestic consumption, which grew 7.6% by value last year compared to 7.7% previously.  National......

Catalyzing Innovation: Tamwilcom and Epson Empower Moroccan Startups

Moroccan financial institution Tamwilcom and electronics giant Epson have joined forces to bolster the nation's startup sector. In a partnership agreement signed last week at GITEX Africa, the largest tech expo on the continent, the organizations aim to enhance access to cutting-edge technologies......

Explosive Allegations: New Evidence Unveils Ties Between British Bank and Terrorist Funding

In a shocking revelation, newly uncovered evidence suggests that a prominent British bank, Standard Chartered, may have facilitated billions of dollars in transactions linked to entities designated by the United States government as funders of terrorist organizations. These explosive allegations have......

Moroccan Pepper Dominance: Second Largest Supplier to EU in Q1 2024

In a remarkable display of agricultural prowess, Morocco has solidified its position as the second-largest supplier of peppers to the European Union (EU) market during the first quarter of 2024. According to the specialized website Hortoinfo, which based its analysis on data from the statistical service......

Pioneering a Path to Inclusion: Battling Backlash on the Road to Representation

In a bold initiative aimed at strengthening economic ties, a delegation comprising twenty Spanish enterprises is poised to embark on a three-day journey to Morocco from June 4th to 6th. This expedition seeks to unearth opportunities for enhancing commercial and economic relations with Morocco's flourishing......

OCP Group Secures €200M Financing for Sustainable Initiatives

In a significant stride towards sustainable development, the OCP Group, a leading global fertilizer producer, has secured a €200 million (MAD 2.1 billion) financing agreement from KfW, Germany's esteemed development and investment bank. This substantial investment will fuel the group's unwavering......

Guiding Morocco's Renewable Energy Future: Tarik Moufaddal Leads the Charge

Morocco's commitment to sustainable energy receives a significant boost as Tarik Moufaddal assumes the role of Chief Executive Officer at the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN). Moufaddal's appointment, endorsed during a ministerial council led by King Mohammed VI in Casablanca, marks......

Colombia Faces Unprecedented Tax Revenue Plunge, Necessitating Drastic Spending Cuts

Colombia finds itself in an unprecedented predicament with a historic decline in tax revenue collection, potentially forcing the government to implement significant spending cuts this year. This concerning revelation emerged on Friday from the Autonomous Committee for Fiscal Rules (Carf), a public entity......

Madrid Crackdown: Low-Cost Airlines Fined for Hand Baggage Fees

In a bold move, Spanish authorities have imposed fines totaling over 150 million euros on four low-cost airlines for charging passengers for hand baggage, consumer associations announced on Friday. Ryanair, Vueling, EasyJet, and Volotea were also sanctioned for charging fees for seat selection when......