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Morocco aims to expand capital markets with ambitious stock exchange growth plan

Following the successful public debut of irrigation company CMGP, Morocco has unveiled plans to triple the number of companies listed on the Casablanca Stock Exchange by 2035. CMGP's December 2024 initial public offering (IPO) saw its stock value surge 75% post-listing, drawing unprecedented investor......

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......

Morocco's Financial Pulse: Dirham Dips, Reserves Surge Amid Market Shifts

The Moroccan financial landscape showcased mixed signals in the final days of 2024 and early 2025, with the dirham experiencing a modest decline while foreign reserves demonstrated notable strength. The national currency recorded a 0.5% depreciation against the US dollar and a 0.6% decline against the......

Morocco's Currency Market: Dirham Shows Mixed Performance as Foreign Reserves Grow

The Moroccan Dirham demonstrated varied performance in foreign exchange markets during the week of December 19-24, recording a 0.7% depreciation against the US dollar while strengthening by 0.29% against the euro, according to the latest Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) report. The nation's financial position......

AFIS 2024: Morocco Hosts Summit Shaping Africa's Financial Future

Leaders gather in Morocco's economic capital to discuss investment, digital tools, and a united African financial market. Morocco is hosting the Africa Financial Summit (AFIS) for the first time in Casablanca. The two-day event, which began today and will run through tomorrow, brings together over......

Trump's Election Sparks Unprecedented Surge in Billionaire Wealth

In a remarkable financial turnaround, the wealth of the world's ten richest individuals surged by an astonishing $64 billion following Donald Trump's recent election victory. This unprecedented increase, recorded by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, marks the largest daily gain since the index's......

Casablanca Stock Exchange Ushers in New Era with Appointment of Veteran Banker as Chairman

The Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE) has entered a new phase of leadership with the appointment of Brahim Benjelloun Touimi as Chairman of the Board of Directors. This strategic move, approved by the board on October 14, marks the beginning of a two-year term that promises to shape the future of Morocco's......

Moroccan Dirham Holds Steady Against Euro, Dips Against US Dollar

The MASI Index Drops by 1.8%, Reflecting Market Volatility The Moroccan dirham maintained its stability against the euro but experienced a 1.17% depreciation against the US dollar between September 26 and October 2. This fluctuation underscores the ongoing dynamics in the global currency market and......

Shein Uncovers Child Labor in Supply Chain, Tightens Policies Amid Scrutiny

Chinese fast fashion giant Shein has revealed two instances of child labor within its supply chain in 2023, as detailed in the company's latest sustainability report. This disclosure comes at a crucial time for the company, which is reportedly preparing for a potential stock market debut. The company......