Morocco
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Summary:
The Moroccan economy once again showed resilience to negative shocks in 2023, as economic activity accelerated, inflation slowed, and the current account deficit narrowed despite headwinds from water scarcity (which caused a severe loss of jobs in the agricultural sector), the September 2023 earthquake, and lower growth in the Euro Area. The ambitious infrastructure plan announced by the authorities (including in water and energy sectors) is expected to boost investment and growth in the next few years, with the current account gradually converging towards the medium-term norm. The fiscal deficit in 2023 was below the level projected in the Budget and the authorities reiterated their commitment to a gradual fiscal consolidation over the next three years. Implementation of the structural reform agenda has continued, particularly regarding the overhaul of social protection, health care, and education systems.
Series:
Country Report No. 2024/099
Subject:
Agricultural sector Central Bank digital currencies Economic sectors Inflation International organization Monetary policy Prices Public debt Technology
Frequency:
regular
English
Publication Date:
May 1, 2024
ISBN/ISSN:
9798400273551/1934-7685
Stock No:
1MAREA2024001
Format:
Paper
Pages:
97
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