Morocco's Q2 Growth Slows to 4% as Industry Contracts
Morocco's economy grew 4% in Q2 2026, down from 5.8% a year earlier. Agriculture rose 21.2%, offsetting falls in mining and manufacturing. Bank Al-Maghrib and the EBRD have different forecasts for 2026 and 2027, as questions remain over how long the agricultural rebound can support growth.
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US report points to Morocco as an investment hub
A 2026 U.S. investment-climate report points to Morocco's trade access, infrastructure and open financial system as draws for foreign capital. It also notes that the country has no screening process for investment in critical industries.
Morocco Secures €270 Million for Airport Expansion
Morocco and the African Development Bank have signed a €270 million agreement to upgrade airports in Marrakech, Agadir, Tangier and Fez. The loan is reported to cover about 31% of PEMIA's cost, with ONDA funding the rest through Morocco.
Tunisia targets phosphate output nearly triple its decade average
CPG and GCT are preparing a 2.7 billion-dinar plan to raise commercial phosphate output to 9.4 million tons by 2035. Production has been depressed for years, and transport problems, water shortages and company finances remain major constraints.
