Keywords: Foreign exchange


Moroccan currency shows slight movement against major currencies

The Moroccan dirham experienced a minor depreciation of 0.2% against both the Euro and US dollar during the period of January 30 to February 5, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). This modest decline follows a period of exchange rate stability in the previous week. The central bank's weekly bulletin......

Morocco's Diaspora Remittances Surge to $10.7 Billion, Strengthening Economic Ties

Morocco's expatriate community continues to make substantial contributions to the national economy, with diaspora remittances reaching MAD 108.67 billion ($10.7 billion) by November 2024, according to recent data from Morocco's Office of Foreign Exchange. This represents a 2.8% increase compared......

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......

Morocco's Aerospace Sector Soars: Exports Projected to Hit $4 Billion by 2030

Morocco's aerospace industry is experiencing a remarkable ascent, with exports reaching $1.3 billion in the first half of 2024. This achievement positions the sector as the country's leading export performer. In an exclusive discussion with Asharq Business, Hamid El Andaloussi, president of......

Morocco’s Aeronautical Sector Sees Impressive Growth in 2024

In the first half of 2024, Morocco’s aeronautical sector experienced a significant surge in exports, surpassing MAD 12.97 billion ($1.3 billion), marking a 16.5% increase from the previous year, according to the Office of Foreign Exchange. This remarkable growth is largely attributed to a substantial......

Morocco's Economic Crossroads: Central Bank Urges Caution on Flexible Exchange Rate Transition

In a decisive press conference on Tuesday, Bank Al-Maghrib Governor Abdellatif Jouahri delivered a sobering assessment of Morocco's readiness to transition to a flexible exchange rate regime. Despite notable macroeconomic progress, Jouahri emphasized that the nation's economic landscape, particularly......

Phosphate Trade Surges as Morocco's Export Powerhouse Fuels Growth

Morocco's economic prowess shines brightly through its flourishing phosphate sector, propelling the nation's export figures to unprecedented heights. Recent data from the Foreign Exchange Office vividly illustrates the remarkable growth of this industry, with phosphate and its derivative products......

Moroccan Dirham's Stability Against Dollar, Euro Fluctuates Amid Central Bank's Weekly Auctions

The Moroccan dirham displayed a mixed performance against major foreign currencies last week, as per the latest data released by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the country's central bank. While the dirham maintained its value against the U.S. dollar, it experienced a decline of 0.91% when measured against......

Moroccan Expat Remittances Surge to $11.5 Billion in 2023

In 2023, remittances from Moroccan expatriates reached an all-time high of nearly 115.15 billion Moroccan dirhams ($11.5 billion), as reported by the country's Foreign Exchange Office. This figure marks a notable 4% increase compared to the previous year, underscoring the robust economic ties between......