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Moroccan household debt declines slightly in 2024, government workers remain most indebted

Moroccan households saw a modest reduction in their debt burden in 2024, with the average debt-to-income ratio falling to 34%, down from 35% in 2023. The findings come from the 2024 annual financial stability report, jointly published by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the Insurance and Social Welfare Control......

Bank Al-Maghrib reports 27% profit growth in 2024, reaching MAD 6.46 billion

Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), Morocco’s central bank, concluded 2024 as one of its most profitable years, recording a net profit of MAD 6.46 billion. This marks a 27% increase compared to the MAD 5.1 billion reported in 2023, despite rising operational expenses and economic challenges. Key drivers of......

Jouahri advocates global cooperation to strengthen Islamic finance resilience

Abdellatif Jouahri, Governor of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), Morocco’s Central Bank, emphasized the importance of international collaboration in advancing Islamic finance during the 23rd Forum on Islamic Financial Stability held in Rabat. The event, organized by BAM and the Islamic Financial Services......

Morocco and France work to safeguard banking links under new EU regulations

Morocco and France are advancing toward a landmark agreement to protect Moroccan banks operating within Europe from the stringent effects of the European Union’s Capital Requirements Directive VI (CRD VI). The directive, a key part of the EU’s efforts to tighten financial regulations, limits......

Morocco’s central bank maintains key interest rate at 2.25% amid economic uncertainties

Morocco’s central bank, Bank Al Maghrib (BAM), has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25%, signaling a cautious approach amid significant uncertainties in both domestic and global economic conditions. The decision reflects the bank’s commitment to balancing economic......

Morocco launches WE Finance Code to empower women entrepreneurs

Morocco has taken a bold step in promoting women’s economic empowerment through the launch of the WE Finance Code initiative. Spearheaded by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the initiative aims to......

Moroccan dirham shows mixed performance as central bank boosts financial system

The Moroccan dirham demonstrated varied performance in foreign exchange markets during January 16-22, appreciating 0.6% against the US dollar while declining 0.5% against the euro, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). During this period, BAM reported no currency auction operations in the foreign exchange......

Morocco’s banking liquidity deficit shrinks by 8.26%, signaling stronger financial health  

Morocco’s banking liquidity deficit has seen a notable improvement, declining by 8.26% to reach MAD 136.8 billion ($13.4 billion) in January 2025. This shift underscores healthier financial conditions and provides the economy with greater flexibility to grow and adapt.   According to BMCE......

Appreciation of the Dirham and Market Trends (January 02-08, 2025)

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......

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