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Morocco’s dirham strengthens against dollar, slips slightly versus euro in July

The Moroccan dirham exhibited mixed performance in July 2025, strengthening by 1.3% against the US dollar while depreciating by 0.2% against the euro, according to the latest economic review by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). These shifts coincided with a 1.5% rise in the euro’s value against the dollar. The......

Morocco emerges as a leader in international student mobility

Morocco has solidified its position as a key player in international student mobility, serving both as a top origin country and a growing destination for foreign students, according to a recent Campus France report. A hub for international students in MENA The report highlights Morocco's role as......

Morocco rises to fourth place in global blueberry exports

Morocco has achieved a significant milestone in the global blueberry market, climbing from seventh to fourth place in export rankings within a single year, according to Agraria Pe. This rapid ascent reflects the country’s strategic efforts to position itself as a key player in the industry. In......

Morocco’s industrial sector shows resilience as business climate holds steady

Morocco’s industrial sector maintained a stable business environment in the second quarter of 2025, with most companies reporting normal operating conditions, according to the latest survey by Bank Al Maghrib (BAM). The findings show steady performance across key industries, despite sector-specific......

France's unemployment rate steady at 7.5% in second quarter, reports Insee

France's unemployment rate, as defined by the International Labour Organization (ILO), remained stable at 7.5% in the second quarter of 2025, the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (Insee) announced on Friday. The rate for the first quarter was also revised slightly upward from......

Morocco sees 11.6 million tourist arrivals by July, up 16%

Morocco welcomed 11.6 million tourists by the end of July 2025, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The surge highlights the country’s continuing appeal as a global travel destination. Growth driven by Moroccan diaspora The ministry......

Moroccan household debt declines slightly in 2024, government workers remain most indebted

Moroccan households saw a modest reduction in their debt burden in 2024, with the average debt-to-income ratio falling to 34%, down from 35% in 2023. The findings come from the 2024 annual financial stability report, jointly published by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the Insurance and Social Welfare Control......

Morocco’s unemployment rate drops slightly to 12.8% but challenges persist

Morocco’s unemployment rate fell to 12.8% in the second quarter of 2025, down from 13.1% during the same period last year, according to figures released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This marks the first decline after several quarters of rising unemployment, driven largely by job creation......

Muhammad tops baby name rankings in England and Wales as diversity reshapes trends

New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that “Muhammad” has retained its position as the most popular baby name for boys in England and Wales, reflecting the nation’s growing multicultural identity. A name of growing prominence In 2024, 5,721 boys were named......