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Morocco's Banking Liquidity Deficit Increases by 21.9%

The liquidity deficit in Morocco’s banking system has surged by 21.9%, reaching MAD 168.3 billion during the week of April 3 to 9. This significant rise highlights tightening conditions within the money market. According to BMCE Capital Global Research (BKGR), the deficit’s increase follows......

Catalan economists favor negotiation over trade retaliation with the U.S.

In recent discussions regarding trade relations between Catalonia and the United States, a significant portion of Catalan economists has expressed their preference for diplomacy and negotiation over retaliatory tariffs. According to a recent survey conducted by the College of Economists of Catalonia......

Stocks, Dollar Slip, Bonds Pummelled Again as Trade War Roils Markets

Global markets took a hit on Friday as the intensifying trade war between major economies sparked a wave of investor anxiety. Stocks fell sharply, the U.S. dollar weakened, and bond markets suffered their worst week in decades, signaling growing fears of a global recession. The turmoil followed a series......

Vietnam's response to U.S. tariffs: cracking down on China trade

Vietnam is taking significant steps to address U.S. concerns over Chinese goods transshipped through its territory, in a bid to avoid harsh tariffs. In response to U.S. scrutiny, including from trade advisor Peter Navarro, the Southeast Asian nation is tightening controls on both Chinese goods shipped......

Economic and social development in Casablanca-Settat through INDH projects

The National Initiative for Human Development (INDH) has planned approximately 8,200 projects in the Casablanca-Settat region between 2019 and 2024, with a total budget of nearly 4.3 billion dirhams (MMDH). Of these projects, 6,380 have been completed, accounting for 78%, with the INDH contributing 3......

PharmaNutra Expands Its Reach to Morocco, Bahrain, and Peru

Italian pharmaceutical and nutraceutical company PharmaNutra has recently made significant strides in its international expansion by signing agreements to distribute its health products in Morocco, Bahrain, and Peru. This development marks a key milestone as the company continues to grow its presence......

EBRD, EU, and Finéa collaborate to revitalize small businesses after Al Haouz earthquake

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has joined forces with the European Union (EU) and the Moroccan financing institution Finéa to provide essential support to small businesses in regions impacted by the devastating Al Haouz earthquake. On September 8, 2023, a powerful......

Spain's growing trade interest with China: Key figures behind Sánchez's Asian visit

As the doors to the United States potentially close or become increasingly expensive, countries around the world, including Spain, are seeking alternatives. Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, is embarking on a visit to China and Vietnam this Wednesday, aiming to diversify the nation's......

Trump delays tariff hikes on most countries, but increases pressure on China

US President Donald Trump temporarily suspended tariff hikes for most countries on Wednesday, acknowledging that such moves had stirred market anxiety. However, he continued his aggressive stance against China by raising tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%, citing a "lack of respect." Despite......

Strategic partnership between Morocco and Jordan for industrial development

On Wednesday, the Deposit and Management Fund (CDG) of Morocco and the Jordan Industrial Estates Company (JIEC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Madaba, Jordan. This MoU aims to foster a strategic partnership for developing the industrial sectors of both countries and enhancing their economic......

Morocco's AMDIE earns top investment promotion award in MENA region

The Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE) has been honored as the Best Investment Promotion Agency in the MENA region during the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM 2025) held in Abu Dhabi. This recognition underscores AMDIE's significant role in promoting investment and exports......

Oil prices plummet to four-year low amid escalating US-China trade tensions

Oil prices have fallen to their lowest levels in four years as escalating trade tensions between the United States and China create alarming fears over the global economy. The latest developments were triggered by Washington's implementation of extensive new tariffs, which have reverberated across......

Vietnam and US to Launch Trade Agreement Talks

Vietnam has announced its intention to begin trade negotiations with the United States, following a series of tariff-related tensions. During the first quarter of the year, the US was Vietnam's top export destination. However, the recent imposition of a 46 percent tariff by President Donald Trump—part......