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Unveiling Gender Disparities: HCP Sheds Light on Stark Inequalities in Morocco's Urban Job Market

On the occasion of International Women's Day, Morocco's High Commission for Planning (HCP) has revealed alarming statistics that illuminate the persistent gender disparities in the nation's urban job market. The report presents a somber depiction, highlighting the significant underrepresentation......

Addressing Persistent Inflation Amidst Soaring Food Prices in Morocco

In January 2024, consumer prices in Morocco surged by 2.3%, driven primarily by a notable 4.2% increase in the food price index compared to the same period last year, as reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Despite a 0.6% month-on-month decline in the overall consumer price index (CPI)......

Private Investment in Morocco Surges to $10 Billion in 2022

Morocco witnessed a significant surge in private investment, reaching a total of 100 billion Moroccan dirhams, equivalent to nearly $10 billion, in 2022, as announced by Minister of Investment Mohcine Jazouli on Thursday in Rabat. Although official figures have not yet been released, the minister's......

Inflation Impact: Moroccan Households Struggle as Prices Surge Nationwide

Moroccan households grappled with financial challenges throughout 2023, as inflation took a toll on their budgets. According to a recent report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), the annual average consumer price index (CPI) witnessed a significant 6.1% surge compared to the previous year. This......

Morocco's Inflation Dips to 6.1% in 2023

Morocco welcomed positive economic news this week as the country's inflation rate declined to 6.1% in 2023, marking a decrease from the previous year's 6.6%. The reduction was disclosed in a report published on Monday by Morocco's High Commission for Planning (HCP). The drop in inflation......

Inflation Slowdown Provides Short-Term Relief in Morocco

Morocco's inflation rate saw a welcome decline to 6.1% in 2023, down from the previous year's 6.6%, as reported by the latest data from the country's official statistics agency. This modest deceleration signals a potential respite after two years of steadily rising prices that have strained......

Morocco's Economic Landscape: Resilient Household Spending Amidst Challenges

In the face of a nuanced economic landscape, Morocco demonstrates promising signs of growth, particularly in household consumption, despite encountering various challenges. A recent report from the High Commission for Planning (HCP) projects a 1.2% expansion in household spending during the first quarter......

Morocco's GDP Displays Robust Growth in the Third Quarter of 2023

In the third quarter of 2023, Morocco's national economic growth experienced a significant upswing, reaching 2.8% compared to the 1.7% recorded during the same period in 2022, as reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This positive development is attributed to a 2.7% increase in non-agricultural......