Morocco

There was a poor olive oil harvest in Morocco, in 2022 due mainly to water shortages during winter (January-March). This resulted in reduced flowering and affected the harvest. Moreover, Morocco witnessed the blow of hot arid winds (Chergui) from the…

In 2023, Morocco’s economy showed a degree of resilience, with GDP growth of 2.4%, surpassing the regional average, driven by private spending, a recovery in the tourism sector and a slight increase in exports. However, slow public consumption and…

Economies in the Middle East and Africa experienced a downturn in 2020 after continuous expansion since 2015. The COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with slumping oil prices, has disturbed countries’ economic development and distorted public finances.…

Due to the impact of adverse climatic conditions and the escalating cost of raw materials used in animal feed on the Moroccan dairy sector, struggling breeders were forced to cull dairy cows to offset losses and ensure survival. This led to a…

In 2024, dog food in Morocco is recording positive retail value growth. However, the difficult economic situation discourages households from adopting pets, especially in urban areas. Dog ownership is mainly concentrated in rural areas where…

Dishwashing in Morocco saw healthy growth in current value terms in 2023. This was partly due to an increase in unit prices, on the back of rising production costs. Nevertheless, these price increases were somewhat counteracted by heavy discounting…

The post-pandemic recovery in the sales of dishwashers continued in 2023, with volume growth gaining momentum. With the return to workplaces and busy lifestyles, people have less time for household chores such as dishwashing. Dishwashers are mostly…

Moroccan households continued to grapple with economic constraints in 2023, driving heightened price sensitivity and bolstering demand for discounters. With inflation reaching a decade high in the previous year, consumers increasingly sought…

Direct selling in Morocco experiences a resurgence as society resumes normal activities, albeit amidst economic challenges posed by the rising cost of living. Despite initial setbacks during the pandemic, cosmetics and skin care show signs of…

In a reversal of the trend witnessed over 2021-2022, all digestive remedies categories in Morocco are set to record improved performances in volume growth terms in 2023. Demand for several product types has increased as lifestyles have become busier…

Growth in total dietary supplements current value sales in Morocco in 2023 is expected to surpass that recorded in 2022, as are volume growth rates for most categories. Just as with vitamins, rising health awareness is leading more people to…

Dermatologicals has performed impressively in 2023, with all categories set to record stronger volume growth rates than in 2022. Demand for some product types has picked up as the increased levels of social contact brought about by the easing of the…

Recent years have seen Morocco’s female population become increasingly preoccupied with appearance and maintaining a feminine, attractive and well-groomed appearance is now considered essential, especially among younger consumer groups. This trend…

One of the few positive outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic for sales of deodorants was that many local consumers are now paying more attention to their personal hygiene routines. In particular, young men are becoming much more conscious about body…

Driven by population growth and continued urbanisation, the number of debit cards in Morocco continues to soar. Traditionally, local consumers show a strong preference for using debit cards thanks to the safety and reliability of paying with existing…

Following a robust economic rebound in 2021, Morocco's economic performance in 2022 took a downturn, registering marginal growth. This decline was largely attributed to unfavourable economic conditions, particularly impacting the agricultural sector…

Morocco is a country heavily reliant on cash, with consumers historically favouring debit cards to any other types of financial cards; standard credit cards continue to suffer from a negative perception among locals for several reasons. The demand…

Overall demand for cough and cold remedies in Morocco has picked up in 2023, with most categories set to register improved results in volume growth terms as compared to 2022. The use of these products has been buoyed by the easing of the pandemic and…

Commodity prices recorded a rise in 2022, compared to the previous year, aggravated by war in Ukraine. However, the second half of the year saw a downward correction in prices, explained by the weakness of global demand. The national economy has…

In 2023, Moroccan retailers faced heightened competition, compelling them to diversify their strategies to maintain market relevance and sustain growth. Convenience stores, in particular, encountered stiff competition not only from traditional…