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OCP Group and Fortescue Partner to Boost Renewable Energy Production in Morocco

On Monday, April 8, the OCP Group announced a partnership with Fortescue, a leader in iron ore, for a Joint-Venture (JV). This equal partnership aims to provide green hydrogen, green ammonia, and green fertilizers to Morocco, Europe, and international markets, according to the global giant of phosphate......

Inflation in Morocco Hits Lowest Level in Eleven Quarters

According to the High Commission for Planning (HCP), inflation would have continued its downward trend to reach its lowest level in eleven quarters, standing at +1.1% in the first quarter of 2024, which is 2.7 points lower than the previous quarter. This easing of prices would have resulted from a marked......

Spain abolishes "golden visas" to curb real estate speculation

The Spanish government announced on Monday the abolition of "golden visas" granted to foreign nationals investing in real estate, aiming to curb speculation affecting many cities in the country. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stated that the government will "abolish the granting......

U.S. Treasury Bond Yields Rise After Strong Jobs Report

U.S. Treasury bond yields rose on Friday after March employment data exceeded expectations. The yield on 10-year Treasury bonds increased by 7 basis points to 4.378%, while that of 2-year bonds rose to 4.715%. The U.S. economy added 303,000 nonfarm jobs last March, well above expectations, according......

Morocco and Germany Strengthen Cooperation in Investments and Energy

The Minister Delegate in charge of Investment, Convergence, and Policy Evaluation, Mohcine Jazouli, has held a meeting with Robert Dolger, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany in Morocco, as part of preparations for a promotional campaign to be organized by the ministry and the National Agency......

Moroccan Economy Grows in Q1 2024 Despite Agricultural Challenges

The national economy of Morocco is reported to have grown by 2.9% in the first quarter of 2024, driven by a 4% increase in non-agricultural value added, according to the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP). Despite a downturn in agricultural value added, economic activity continued to improve, mainly propelled......

MPG Group Announces Opening of Two Branches in Casablanca and Tangier

The Spanish MPG group, a leader in maritime transport, logistics, and project cargo handling, has announced the opening of two branches in Casablanca and Tangier. "The decision to establish in Morocco was not taken randomly. The choice of Casablanca and Tangier responds to their strategic geographical......

CTM Acquires Majority Stake from Bank Of Africa in AML

The Compagnie de Transports au Maroc (CTM) has announced the acquisition of the majority stake of Bank Of Africa in the maritime transportation company Africa Morocco Link (AML). The effective completion of the operation is subject to obtaining approvals from the competent authorities. The transaction......

French Minister Franck Riester Highlights Economic Cooperation with Morocco

French Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade, Attractiveness, Francophonie, and French Nationals Abroad, Franck Riester, is currently on a visit to Morocco. On Thursday, the French government official visited the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Morocco (CFCIM). Addressing a gathering of business......

United States Announces $500,000 Support for Laâyoune and Dakhla Projects

The United States has announced its intention to provide $500,000 in support to projects in Laâyoune and Dakhla, which could, once implemented, bring a new dimension to the investment promotion dynamic. The announcement was made through the U.S. Embassy in Morocco. According to the description......

New Car Sales in Morocco Decrease by 3.09% in March 2024

New car sales in Morocco reached 35,680 units by the end of March 2024, marking a 3.09% decrease compared to the same period in 2023, according to monthly statistics from the Association of Automobile Importers in Morocco (AIVAM). Breaking down the numbers by segment, the registration of new passenger......

Société Générale Launches "Solar Pack" Offer in Africa

In an innovative initiative, Société Générale is spearheading the energy transition in Africa with the launch of its flagship offer, the "Solar Pack." Through this offering, the banking group provides a turnkey solution to businesses and institutions in Africa to......

National Economic Growth: Rebound to 4.1% in the Fourth Quarter of 2023

The Moroccan national economy showed a notable improvement in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to data released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Economic growth reached 4.1%, marking a significant increase compared to the same period in 2022, when it stood at 0.7%. Driven by domestic......