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Economy


Morocco's Strategic Cash Surplus Maneuvers

In a significant move, the Moroccan Treasury and External Finance Department, operating under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, has executed three substantial cash surplus investments totaling MAD 13.2 billion. The first transaction involved a repo investment valued at MAD 11 billion, spread over......

Moroccan Government Approves SRM Casablanca-Settat’s Full Acquisition of Lydec

In a highly anticipated move, the Moroccan government has officially authorized the Société Régionale Multiservices (SRM) Casablanca-Settat to acquire 100% of Veolia’s shares in the utility company Lydec S.A. This significant development was formalized through Decree 2.24.737,......

France Emerges as Leading Investor in Morocco Amid Strengthened Diplomatic Ties

In 2023, France has secured its position as the foremost foreign investor in Morocco, following a landmark decision to acknowledge Moroccan sovereignty over its southern provinces. This diplomatic shift is anticipated to invigorate bilateral cooperation, notably in trade and economic partnerships. Recent......

Urgent Reforms Needed for Morocco's Pension System Stability

In a recent critical assessment, the Financial Stability Report highlights pressing issues within Morocco's pension sector, necessitating urgent reforms to ensure its future viability. The report, a collaborative effort by Morocco’s central bank Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the Moroccan Capital Market......

Morocco's Aerospace Sector Soars: Exports Projected to Hit $4 Billion by 2030

Morocco's aerospace industry is experiencing a remarkable ascent, with exports reaching $1.3 billion in the first half of 2024. This achievement positions the sector as the country's leading export performer. In an exclusive discussion with Asharq Business, Hamid El Andaloussi, president of......

France Emerges as Morocco's Top Investor in 2023, Signaling Strong Economic Ties

In a significant development for Morocco's economic landscape, France has secured its position as the leading investor in the North African kingdom for 2023. This revelation comes from a comprehensive report released by the Moroccan Exchange Office, shedding light on the country's balance of......

Morocco's Energy Imports Decline Amid Shifting Trade Patterns

In 2023, Morocco experienced a notable 20.4% decrease in energy product imports, totaling MAD 122 billion, as reported by the Office des Changes. The decline was primarily driven by reduced imports of diesel and fuel oil, which made up the majority of the decrease. The country's foreign trade report......

Morocco's Economic Rise: A Surge in Foreign Investments

Morocco is witnessing a significant boost in its economic landscape, fueled by a remarkable increase in foreign direct investment (FDI). Recent data from the Exchange Office under the Ministry of Economy and Finance highlights this upward trajectory. In the first half of the fiscal year, net FDI inflows......

Morocco’s Aeronautical Sector Sees Impressive Growth in 2024

In the first half of 2024, Morocco’s aeronautical sector experienced a significant surge in exports, surpassing MAD 12.97 billion ($1.3 billion), marking a 16.5% increase from the previous year, according to the Office of Foreign Exchange. This remarkable growth is largely attributed to a substantial......

Sharp Decline in Tan-Tan Fish Landings: Industry Faces Uncertain Future

The fishing industry at Tan-Tan's port has encountered significant challenges, with the quantity of pelagic fish landings plummeting by a staggering 63% in the first half of the year, amounting to a mere 7,351 tonnes. By the Numbers: A Grim Report The National Office of Fisheries (ONP) released......

US Agricultural Exports to Morocco Soar to $610 Million in 2023

Morocco Emerges as a Key Market for American Agricultural Products The United States has witnessed a substantial surge in its agricultural exports to Morocco, with the total value reaching an impressive $610.17 million in 2023, as reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Reflecting on......

Morocco's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 13.1% in Q2 2024: HCP Report

Morocco's unemployment rate has escalated to 13.1% in the second quarter of 2024, according to the latest report from the Moroccan High Commission for Planning (HCP). This figure represents a 0.7 percentage point increase from the 12.4% recorded in the same period of 2023, highlighting a concerning......

Morocco Beckons: French Buyers Drawn to Affordable Properties and Cultural Richness in 2024

In 2024, French buyers have discovered a treasure trove of affordable real estate opportunities in Morocco, with apartment prices starting as low as €42,000 and properties outside major cities averaging €600 per square meter. Morocco has emerged as a favored destination for French property......