Keywords: Moroccan economy


Morocco’s economy set for 5% growth in 2025 amid rising FDI and tourism boom

Morocco’s economy is forecasted to grow by 5.0% in 2025, up from 3.3% in 2024, despite challenges posed by a weak agricultural sector, according to a report by Fitch Solutions published on February 26. This revised forecast, down from an earlier projection of 5.6%, reflects “emerging signs......

Moroccan Sahara: A Land of Light, Opportunity, and Unity

The Moroccan Sahara is a region in motion, embodying a renewed perspective on Morocco’s identity and future, according to Franco-Swiss academic and author Jean-Marie Heydt. Speaking in Rabat during the launch of his latest book, "Le Sahara marocain: Terre de lumière et d’avenir",......

Tomato prices surge in Casablanca as meat costs stabilize

Tomato prices have soared this week at Casablanca's wholesale market, climbing by 1.30 DH/kg to reach 6.80 DH/kg, compared to 5.50 DH/kg the previous week. Other vegetables have followed a similar upward trend. Onions and courgettes recorded price increases of 0.50 DH/kg and 1.50 DH/kg, respectively,......

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......

Moroccan diaspora's economic impact soars with $11.7 billion in remittances

Remittances from Morocco's diaspora reached MAD 117.7 billion ($11.7 billion) in 2024, marking a 2.1% increase from the previous year's MAD 115.26 billion ($11.4 billion), according to data from the Moroccan Exchange Office. The significant financial inflow maintains Morocco's position as......

Morocco's industrial momentum: Aerospace and automotive sectors drive export growth in 2024

Morocco's aerospace industry demonstrated remarkable performance in 2024, with exports reaching MAD 26.45 billion, marking a 14.9% increase from the previous year. The assembly segment emerged as a key driver, expanding by 23.6% to MAD 17.23 billion, while the Electrical Wiring Interconnection System......

Les Impériales Week 2025: Shaping the future of communication and marketing

Casablanca is alive with energy as it hosts the 8th edition of Les Impériales Week, which began on January 27, 2025. This prestigious event has become a pivotal gathering for professionals in communication, marketing, and media. With this year’s theme, “The Paradigm Shift – Business.......

Anouar Sabri outlines new vision at Les Impériales Week

At the opening of the 8th edition of Les Impériales Week, Anouar Sabri, founding president of  "Les Impériales" association, shared his insights on this year's theme "The Paradigm Shift – Business. People. Tech." Speaking exclusively to Walaw, Sabri emphasized......

Morocco’s banking liquidity deficit shrinks by 8.26%, signaling stronger financial health  

Morocco’s banking liquidity deficit has seen a notable improvement, declining by 8.26% to reach MAD 136.8 billion ($13.4 billion) in January 2025. This shift underscores healthier financial conditions and provides the economy with greater flexibility to grow and adapt.   According to BMCE......