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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......

The Strength of Savings: Morocco's Economic Resilience in 2023

Morocco's national savings rate reached 28.2% of gross domestic product in 2023, up from 26.7% the previous year, according to data from the High Commission for Planning. This increase came despite higher domestic consumption, which grew 7.6% by value last year compared to 7.7% previously.  National......

Moroccan Purchasing Power Challenged: A Multifaceted Analysis by HCP

In a comprehensive study, the High Commission for Planning (HCP) in Morocco has shed light on the intricate dynamics of purchasing power among Moroccan households. Leveraging an innovative web-based index that tracks online purchasing intentions, coupled with conventional data, the report offers a nuanced......

Chronic and Incurable Diseases: Providing Comprehensive Care for the Elderly

As our society grapples with the increasing prevalence of chronic and incurable illnesses, the plight of the elderly population demands urgent attention and a comprehensive approach to healthcare. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines a chronic disease as a health condition requiring management......

Premium Marques Shine as Moroccan Auto Market Faces Turbulence

In 2024, Morocco's automotive sector experienced some turbulence, with domestic new car sales dipping by 0.71% year-over-year through April. Despite this downturn, the luxury vehicle segment has shown remarkable resilience, defying broader market headwinds. Data from the Association of Automobile......

HCP Initiates Interviews for 2024 General Census of Population and Housing Candidates

Towards the successful execution of the 2024 General Census of Population and Housing (RGPH), the High Commission for Planning (HCP) has announced the commencement of oral interviews for candidates seeking to participate in this monumental statistical endeavor. On Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, the High Commissioner......

Morocco's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 13.7% in the first Quarter of 2024

Morocco's unemployment rate has seen a significant surge, rising to 13.7% in the first quarter of 2024, according to the latest figures released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This represents an increase of 0.8 percentage points compared to the same period in 2023, when the rate stood......

Drought Casts Long Shadow Over Morocco's Labor Market in the 1st quarter of 2024

In a sobering revelation, the latest report from the High Commission for Planning (HCP) has painted a grim picture of Morocco's labor market during the first quarter of 2024, with the lingering effects of drought taking a severe toll on employment prospects, particularly in rural areas. According......