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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......

Haytham Eissa appointed as EBRD’s head in Morocco

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the appointment of Haytham Eissa as its new head in Morocco, succeeding Antoine Salle de Chou. Based in Casablanca, Eissa will oversee the bank’s investments and operations across the country. Commitment to Morocco's......

Guelmim gold discovery reshapes Morocco’s mining future

The discovery of high-grade gold veins in Guelmim, southern Morocco, marks a significant milestone in the country’s mining sector. Fieldwork has identified 34 quartz veins with exceptional gold content, positioning Guelmim as a potential hub for one of North Africa’s most promising gold deposits. High-grade......

Morocco’s economy grows unevenly as regional disparities deepen

Morocco’s economy expanded by 3.7% in 2023, showcasing resilience amid global challenges. However, a new report by the High Commission of Planning (HCP) reveals that the benefits of this growth were not evenly distributed across the country, with significant regional inequalities persisting. The......

Abdellatif Jouahri ranks among world’s top central bank governors in 2025

Abdellatif Jouahri, Wali of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), has been recognized as one of the world’s leading central bank governors in the 2025 Central Banker Report Cards by the prestigious American financial magazine Global Finance. Jouahri received an “A” rating, placing him in an elite......

Morocco solidifies position as Africa’s 4th largest importer of Chinese solar panels

Morocco has emerged as a leading player in Africa's renewable energy landscape, ranking as the continent’s fourth-largest importer of solar panels from China. A new report highlights the country’s dedication to achieving its renewable energy targets, reinforcing its global reputation......

Global demand for fertilizers boosts OCP Group’s profits in 2025

Morocco’s OCP Group, the world’s leading exporter of phosphates and fertilizers, has reported impressive financial growth for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting its pivotal role in global agriculture. Strong revenue growth OCP recorded revenues of MAD 30.57 billion (approximately $3......

Morocco and the Gulf: forging a strategic economic alliance

In recent years, the relationship between Morocco and the Gulf states has evolved significantly, transitioning from political solidarity to a robust strategic partnership with far-reaching economic and developmental implications. This cooperation, built on mutual trust and shared interests, positions......

Red meat prices stay high in Morocco despite government interventions

Despite Morocco’s efforts to stabilize commodity costs, red meat prices remain elevated across the country. The government’s measures, including suspending Eid Al Adha sacrifices and increasing cattle imports, have had limited success in curbing prices. Current market prices and challenges Beef......

Chinese auto electronics firm Tianyouwei to invest €65 million in Morocco

Chinese automotive components manufacturer Heilongjiang Tianyouwei Electronics Co., Ltd. has unveiled plans to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in Morocco, committing €65 million to the project. This significant investment signals a shift in Chinese automotive capital toward high-value segments,......

China’s Tianyouwei to build major automotive electronics plant in Morocco

Chinese company Tianyouwei has officially announced the creation of a new subsidiary in Morocco dedicated to the manufacturing of automotive electronics, with an investment exceeding 683 million dirhams (around €65 million). The decision, approved by the company’s board, reflects its strategy......

Morocco sees slight 0.1% drop in manufacturing producer prices

Morocco’s industrial producer price index for the manufacturing sector, excluding oil refining, decreased by 0.1% in July 2025 compared to the previous month, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Declines in key manufacturing industries The HCP’s latest report on industrial,......

Morocco’s mobile subscribers surpass 58.8 million in first half of 2025

Morocco’s telecommunications industry continues to thrive, as the mobile subscriber base reached 58.8 million by the end of June 2025, according to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF). This marks a 3.2% year-on-year increase, building on a 5.2% rise recorded during the same......

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