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Ageing population: What you should know about Morocco’s demographic shift

Morocco, like many nations worldwide, is experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by an ageing population, declining birth rates, and notable social and economic implications. The latest census data reveals that the country’s population has surpassed 37 million, with the......

Morocco invests $10 billion to combat inflation and support households

Between 2022 and 2025, Morocco allocated more than MAD 100 billion (approximately $10 billion) to subsidize essential goods, as stated by Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah during a recent session at the Chamber of Counselors. This significant financial commitment aims to alleviate the burden......

Morocco’s Economic Growth Slows to 3.7% in Late 2024

Morocco's economy recorded a growth rate of 3.7% in the final quarter of 2024, a decline from the 4.2% achieved in the same period last year. This slowdown, reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), is attributed primarily to a downturn in agricultural output, while non-agricultural sectors......

Morocco’s manufacturing sector sees 5% growth in late 2024

Morocco’s manufacturing industry, excluding petroleum refining, experienced a 5% growth in production during the final quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. This growth reflects the resilience and diversification of the country’s industrial base, driven by key sectors that......

Growth in Moroccan wholesale trade signals optimism for early 2025

Moroccan wholesale trade sector sees growth amid challenges for services Morocco’s wholesale trade sector demonstrated resilience in late 2024, with 36% of enterprises reporting an uptick in sales during the fourth quarter, as revealed by a survey conducted by the High Commission for Planning......

Rising urban poverty in Morocco signals need for targeted reforms

Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) has unveiled concerning findings about the growing vulnerability to poverty among urban populations. The national survey, conducted between March 2022 and March 2023, highlights an increase in the percentage of the population at risk of poverty, rising......

Urban poverty risks rise in Morocco despite national progress

A recent survey conducted by Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) highlights an alarming increase in vulnerability to poverty within urban areas, signaling a need for targeted interventions. The national survey, based on data from 18,000 households collected between March 2022 and March......

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......

Economic disparities persist in Morocco despite moderate growth in 2022-2023

The High Commission for Planning (HCP) has unveiled the findings of its National Household Living Standards Survey, conducted between March 2022 and March 2023. Based on data from 18,000 representative households across Morocco's regions and socioeconomic groups, the study highlights a structural......