Economy
Between January 02 and 08, 2025, the Moroccan dirham showed a positive trend, appreciating by 1.4% against the euro and 0.6% against the US dollar, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). During this period, no foreign exchange operations were conducted, as highlighted in BAM's weekly report. As of......
The United Nations has forecast positive economic momentum for Morocco, projecting steady growth in the coming years according to its latest economic assessment released Thursday. In its comprehensive "World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025" report, the UN anticipates Morocco's Gross......
Three of Morocco's major cities have emerged among Africa's top 10 most expensive urban centers in 2025, according to Numbeo's latest Cost of Living Index. Casablanca leads the Moroccan contingent, securing the fourth position with a 31.4 cost of living index, while Rabat and Marrakech follow......
Marsa Maroc is strengthening its position in African logistics through a strategic expansion that includes new operations in Djibouti and Benin. The Moroccan port operator has established Marsa Maroc International Logistics, backed by a MAD 300 million ($30 million) investment, to oversee its international......
Moroccan citizens' expenditure on international travel reached a remarkable 26.7 billion Moroccan dirhams ($2.6 billion) by November 2024, according to recent data released by the Exchange Office. This represents a substantial increase of 4.5 billion MAD ($447,359) compared to the previous year's......
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 latest tax amnesty program has concluded with exceptional results, attracting declarations of MAD 100 billion ($10 billion) in previously undeclared assets. This historic achievement marks a twentyfold increase compared to the 2020 amnesty results, significantly surpassing the government's......
Morocco is making significant strides in reshaping its foreign trade landscape, with 524 proposals now collected for its upcoming 2025-2026 foreign trade roadmap. Secretary of State Omar Hejira, who oversees foreign trade under the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, revealed these developments during......
The Moroccan Professional Group of Banks (GPBM) has unveiled plans to keep banks open during the final weekend of 2024, marking a notable departure from standard banking hours. This exceptional measure, announced on Thursday, will see banks operating on December 28-29, 2024. The initiative is designed......
Morocco is launching a comprehensive modernization of its airport infrastructure, with the Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca at the forefront of this transformation. Transport and Logistics Minister Abdessamad Kayouh announced a significant reduction in passenger waiting times from 45 to......
Building Logistics Services (BLS) has inaugurated a significant new logistics center in Casablanca's Tit Mellil district, marking a substantial investment of MAD 300 million ($29.79 million) in Morocco's infrastructure development. The newly established BLS Casa Hub spans an impressive 50,000......
Morocco has secured its position as Africa's most attractive investment destination, according to the Amadeus Institute's 2024 Africa Attractiveness and Stability Indices. The North African nation achieved a commanding score of 77.45 in attractiveness and 76.04 in stability, placing it first......
Thomas Reilly, the former British ambassador to Morocco, has returned to the North African nation in a pivotal role as a senior consultant for Euros/Agency Africa. Tasked with guiding the group’s strategic growth, Reilly will focus on geopolitical analysis, government relations, and international......
