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Sonasid reports 91% profit increase, outlines ambitious expansion plans

Sonasid, Morocco’s leading steel manufacturer, has announced a remarkable net profit of MAD 151 million ($15.1 million) for the fiscal year 2024, representing a substantial 91% increase compared to the previous year. This impressive performance marks the best results the company has achieved since......

Important income tax deadlines in Spain for 2025

Spain's annual income tax return, known as "la declaración de la renta," is set to commence, and individuals must prepare for significant deadlines and changes in 2025. This tax return, which pertains to the 2024 tax year, requires careful attention from taxpayers across the nation. Key......

New developments for the Morocco-Spain tunnel project

Doubts linger regarding the feasibility of the proposed tunnel between Spain and Morocco. To gather comprehensive data on the viability and costs of this megaproject, new studies have been commissioned to a German firm. The Spanish public company Ineco recently issued a call for tenders for the "feasibility......

Algeria's banana crisis: military regime obscures its failures

The Algerian regime has once again demonstrated its arbitrary policies by targeting banana importers to mask the true reasons behind the soaring prices of this fruit in the national market. Rather than taking responsibility for its own mistakes, the current power prefers to penalize merchants, depriving......

Morocco secures $600 million in World Bank funding for human capital initiative

The World Bank has approved a substantial $600 million to support the final phase of Morocco's human capital development program, aimed at enhancing national resilience and social welfare. This funding initiative focuses on four critical areas: strengthening resilience to health risks, improving......

Ryanair introduces new Manchester to Rabat flight route

Ryanair has announced its plans to launch a new flight route connecting Manchester, UK, to Rabat, Morocco, set to commence on March 30. This new service will operate twice weekly, marking Rabat as the fifth Moroccan destination accessible via direct flights from the northern English airport. With this......

The Ramadan shopping surge: necessity or excess?

During the sacred month of Ramadan, supermarkets experience a remarkable influx of shoppers, transforming these spaces into bustling hubs filled with anticipation, established habits, and a certain frenzy of purchasing. In Rabat, as in other locations, consumers flocked to stores from the very first......

Morocco strengthens textile sector through strategic investment with Sunrise Group

In a significant move to bolster the textile industry, Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch presided over the signing of an investment agreement with the Chinese conglomerate Sunrise Group on March 20, 2025, in Rabat. This partnership aims to enhance the competitiveness of Morocco's textile sector......

European wine producers brace for potential 200% tariffs

European wine and Champagne producers are preparing for significant financial strain due to a looming 200% tariff on their exports to the United States. The threat follows the European Union's 50% tariff on American whiskey, which is set to take effect on April 1 as a retaliatory measure against......

Al Haouz earthquake recovery: Government updates on reconstruction efforts

The reconstruction efforts following the Al Haouz earthquake have made significant strides, with over 33,600 families having completed the reconstruction of their homes. Currently, 52,669 residences remain under construction. The government highlights notable advancements across various sectors, including......

Morocco sets ambitious goal to reduce budget deficit below 67% by 2027

Morocco's government is embarking on an ambitious plan to balance economic stability with essential social welfare investments. Minister of Economy and Finance, Nadia Fettah, recently announced that the country’s budgetary programming for 2025-2027 will prioritize reducing the budget deficit......

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,......

BBVA gains approval for Banco Sabadell acquisition in Morocco

Spain’s second-largest bank, BBVA, has received approval from Morocco's central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib, for the indirect change in control of Banco Sabadell’s operations in the country. This development marks a significant step in BBVA's broader strategy to enhance its presence in......