Economy



Porsche faces $1.1 billion loss amid EV strategy overhaul and declining demand

Porsche AG has reported its first quarterly loss since becoming a publicly traded company, with an operating deficit of €967 million ($1.1 billion) for the third quarter of 2025. This dramatic downturn reflects the luxury automaker's costly strategic pivot on electric vehicles (EVs) and weak......

Bourita calls on Belgian investors to explore opportunities in Morocco's southern provinces

Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, has urged Belgian businesses to seize investment opportunities in Morocco’s southern provinces, emphasizing the region’s potential as a hub for development and cooperation within Africa. Speaking at a joint press conference with......

Masterflex begins construction of aerospace components plant in Casablanca region

German engineering group Masterflex has launched the construction of a new aerospace components factory within Morocco’s Midparc free trade zone near Casablanca, marking a major step in the company’s expansion into North Africa’s growing aviation industry. The groundbreaking ceremony,......

Morocco’s berry exports surge as raspberries and blueberries surpass strawberries

Morocco’s fruit export sector is undergoing a decisive shift. Once synonymous with strawberries, the country’s berry industry is now dominated by raspberries and blueberries, both driving record-breaking export seasons and signaling a long-term transformation in agricultural strategy. In......

Morocco’s aerospace industry soars at record-breaking Casablanca summit

Morocco solidified its position as a global aerospace hub at the 8th edition of Aerospace Meetings Casablanca, which concluded on October 2. The three-day summit, held in Nouaceur, Casablanca, drew over 1,000 participants and facilitated more than 4,500 business meetings, highlighting the nation’s......

Morocco poised to supply 50% of Europe’s electricity needs with renewable energy

Morocco’s renewable energy potential could meet up to 50% of the European Union’s electricity demand, according to Ryad Mezzour, Morocco’s Minister of Industry and Commerce. In an interview with Italian newspaper La Verità, Mezzour highlighted Morocco’s ability to mobilize......

Morocco’s $35 billion green hydrogen vision: bold ambitions amid global uncertainty

In March 2025, Morocco launched an ambitious energy strategy under the Offre Maroc initiative, committing $35.15 billion (MAD 319 billion) to green hydrogen development across its southern provinces. This initiative aims to position the country as a global leader in green hydrogen production, targeting......

Morocco halts poultry imports from Portugal amid bird flu outbreak

Morocco has imposed a temporary suspension on poultry imports from Portugal following the outbreak of a highly pathogenic bird flu virus (H5N1) near Lisbon. The decision, announced by the National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA), includes the ban of live poultry, eggs, meat, processed products, and animal......

The overseas bank accounts you can open from Spain: diversify your savings and maximize returns

If you live in Spain, opening an overseas bank account can offer significant financial benefits, such as holding different currencies and accessing higher savings rates. While maintaining a Spanish bank account is essential for paying bills and taxes, many residents are exploring foreign accounts to......

France’s debt crisis deepens as prime minister faces confidence vote

France is grappling with an escalating sovereign debt crisis that threatens to destabilize the eurozone's second-largest economy as political turmoil compounds the government’s challenges. Prime Minister François Bayrou faces a critical confidence vote on Monday that could lead to his......

Veterans reshape Europe's defense tech as record funding fuels innovation

A new wave of innovation is transforming Europe’s defense technology landscape, driven by a generation of former soldiers who are leveraging their military expertise to create multibillion-dollar enterprises. This surge comes as European nations accelerate rearmament efforts following Russia's......

UAE cements position as Morocco's top foreign investor with MAD 3.1 billion in 2024

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as Morocco’s largest foreign investor in 2024, injecting MAD 3.1 billion ($310 million) into the economy, according to a report by Morocco’s Office des Changes. This represents 18.9% of Morocco's total net foreign direct investment (FDI), reflecting......

Bond yields surge to multi-decade highs amid global sell-off

Long-term government borrowing costs have climbed to their highest levels in decades across major economies, driven by rising fiscal concerns and inflation fears that are reshaping bond markets. Japanese 30-year bond yields reached a record 3.28% on Wednesday, while UK gilt yields soared to levels unseen......

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