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Morocco's Inflation Cools to 2.4% in June 2024, Nearing Central Bank's Target

In a significant economic development, Morocco's inflation rate has shown signs of stabilization, registering an annualized growth of 2.4% at the close of June 2024. This figure marks a substantial improvement from the tumultuous period that began in November 2022, when inflation started an upward......

Morocco’s Economic Outlook: Rebound on the Horizon for 2025

Morocco's economy is set for a significant rebound in 2025, according to two recent reports from the Moroccan High Commission for Planning (HCP) and the World Bank. These projections anticipate considerable growth driven by a recovery in the agricultural sector and sustained strength in non-agricultural......

Morocco's Economy Gains Momentum: Forecasts Point to 3.2% Growth in Q3 2024

In a testament to its economic resilience, Morocco is poised to witness a notable uptick in growth, with forecasts indicating a 3.2% expansion in the third quarter of 2024. This projection, an increase from the 2.9% growth recorded in the preceding quarter, underscores the nation's ongoing economic......

Morocco's Economic Landscape Shifts as Inflation Halves in Q2 2024

In a significant economic development, Morocco witnessed a dramatic reduction in inflation during the second quarter of 2024, with rates plummeting to 0.7% from 1.2% in the preceding quarter. This remarkable shift, as reported by the High Planning Commission (HCP), paints a nuanced picture of the North......

Economic Growth Moderates in First Quarter of 2024, but Remains Resilient

In its comprehensive assessment of the nation's economic performance during the first quarter of 2024, the High Commission for Planning (HCP) revealed a moderation in the growth rate of the national economy, which stood at 2.5% compared to 3.9% during the same period the previous year. Despite this......

Morocco’s Core Inflation Sees 2.2% Year-Over-Year Spike in May

Core inflation in Morocco experienced a notable rise of 2.2% in May 2024 compared to the same month last year, as reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This increase underscores persistent inflationary pressures within the Moroccan economy, even as the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI)......

COVID-19 and Inflation Compound Morocco’s Economic Inequalities, HCP Report Reveals

Disparities Deepen as Morocco’s Poor Bear the Brunt of Economic Crises Morocco’s recent economic challenges have disproportionately affected its least affluent citizens, according to a comprehensive report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The report highlights how the COVID-19......

Wholesale Trade Activity Maintains Steady Rhythm in Q1

The wholesale trade sector demonstrated overall stability during the first quarter (Q1), according to the latest figures from a survey conducted by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Forty-seven percent of business leaders reported steady sales in the domestic market, while 29% experienced a decline. This......

Moroccan Economy Shows Resilience in Challenging Times

The Moroccan economy demonstrated resilience in 2023, growing at a rate of 3.4% according to recently released national accounts data from the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This faster pace of expansion comes despite high inflation and marks an improvement over the prior year's growth of 1.5%.  Domestic......