Economy
The announcement of new trade policies by the United States is raising alarm across Canada, with hundreds of thousands of jobs potentially at risk. The newly elected U.S. President, Donald Trump, has declared plans to implement a 25% tariff on all Canadian and Mexican goods immediately upon taking office.......
A recent analysis by the US National Intelligence Council highlights Morocco as one of the nations expected to experience significant economic growth in the coming years, joining the ranks of emerging "economic tigers." This term refers to countries that are poised for rapid economic transformation,......
Morocco is implementing a strategy aimed at creating a robust national maritime industry by 2030, positioning the country among the world’s top maritime nations through the development of a competitive fleet. Historically, the country did not prioritize its maritime assets, particularly military......
New sanctions imposed by the U.S. on Russian oil producers and vessels are expected to significantly impact Russia's oil exports, forcing China and India to source more oil from the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas. This shift is expected to drive up oil prices and freight costs, traders and......
Morocco is positioned for steady economic expansion in the coming years, with GDP growth projected at 3.2% in 2025 and 3.4% in 2026, according to a new United Nations report released by the Department of Economic and Social Affairs in New York. This growth forecast comes amid broader global economic......
In 2024, global crude oil exports experienced a 2% decline, marking the first decrease since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to shipping data. This reduction is attributed to slower demand growth and significant changes in refinery operations and pipeline routes. The global oil market has faced disruptions......
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......
In 2024, Bitcoin experienced an extraordinary performance, rising more than 120%, driven by two pivotal events: the approval of Spot ETFs by U.S. regulators and the anticipation of a potential return of Donald Trump as President. This remarkable surge solidified Bitcoin's dominance in the cryptocurrency......
Morocco is positioning itself to become the world's leading exporter of electric batteries by 2030, according to a recent report from a Belgian journal. This ambitious plan focuses on tapping into the European and American markets, placing the country at the heart of the global transformation of......
The U.S. dollar is poised to achieve its best annual performance in nearly a decade, supported by a combination of economic strength and growing demand. Throughout the year, the dollar has seen a significant appreciation of 7%, marking its most substantial rise since 2015. This surge has led to a decline......
Morocco has joined over 20 nations expressing interest in BRICS membership, according to Russian Presidential Advisor Yuri Ushakov's announcement during a Monday press conference. The development follows October's Kazan Summit, where BRICS partners established a new partnership framework enabling......
The proposed $15 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel has reached a critical juncture, leaving the final decision in the hands of United States President Joe Biden. This development comes after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) failed to reach a......
Morocco's inflation rate is projected to decline significantly, reaching a five-year low of 1% in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the country's central bank. This marks a substantial improvement from the 6.1% rate recorded in 2023. Core inflation, excluding volatile......
