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US Federal Reserve Pauses Interest Rate Cuts Amid Tariff Uncertainty

The US Federal Reserve decided to maintain its interest rates on Wednesday, signaling caution amid ongoing economic uncertainty driven by President Donald Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies. The central bank kept its key lending rate steady between 4.25% and 4.50%. Along with this decision,......

Morocco's growing dependence on vegetable oil imports

Morocco has significantly increased its imports of vegetable oils, particularly sunflower oil, in recent years. This shift in consumption patterns is largely driven by inflation and changing consumer preferences. According to a report from the Russian Federal Center for the Development of Agricultural......

Inflation surges to a peak not seen in nearly a year: official data reveals

Inflation has seen a surprising surge, reaching its highest point in almost a year, according to official data. The latest report from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that inflation has spiked to 3% in January, up from 2.5% the previous month. Economists had anticipated a smaller increase......

Household confidence index in 2024: Modest improvement amid persistent pessimism

The Household Confidence Index (HCI) experienced a slight uptick during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the latest survey by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). It reached 46.5 points, compared to 46.2 points in the previous quarter and 44.3 points a year earlier. Widespread concerns about......

The surge in gold prices amid Trump's tariff decisions

In recent weeks, the global economy has felt the ripple effects of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, some of which have been implemented, while others remain in the threat stage. These tariffs have caused instability in global markets and weakened various currencies, but one significant exception......

IMF recommends inflation targeting for Morocco amid strong growth outlook

Morocco's economy is poised for robust growth of 3.9% in 2025, building on its 3.2% expansion in 2024, as the International Monetary Fund advises the nation's central bank to implement an inflation-targeting framework and enhance debt reduction initiatives. The country has demonstrated remarkable......

EU pledges strong response to US tariffs on steel and aluminum

The European Union has vowed to take firm action in response to the new US tariffs on steel and aluminum. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, declared on Tuesday that these measures "will not go unanswered," emphasizing that the 27-member bloc will implement robust countermeasures......

Morocco’s economy expected to grow by 3.9% in 2025

Morocco's economic growth is projected to reach 3.9% in 2025, following an estimated 3.2% expansion in 2024, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This outlook was presented by Roberto Cardarelli, head of the IMF mission to Morocco, during recent consultations conducted from January......

UK's low-income shoppers pose challenge to economic growth

In Southampton, England, Deb Taylor, a 63-year-old cleaner, left a discount fashion store empty-handed, lamenting that even low-cost items are no longer affordable. Antonia Alden, a stay-at-home mother, also expressed frustration during a rare shopping trip, revealing that she no longer visits stores......