The transfers of funds by Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) have reached 89.215 billion dirhams (MMDH) as of August 2026, according to the Office des changes. This represents a 9% increase from the same period last year, when the transfers stood at 81.846 MMDH. The Office des changes reported that these transfers have shown a significant improvement in annual terms.
The bulletin released by the Office des changes also reported a positive balance of 74.621 MMDH in the "Travel" account, which represents a 10.8% increase. This positive balance is attributed to a 9.7% growth in revenues, which reached 97.926 MMDH, and a 6.6% increase in expenses, which stood at 23.305 MMDH.
The Office des changes also reported that foreign direct investments (FDI) in Morocco have shown a significant increase. The net flow of FDI has risen by 65% to reach 34.334 MMDH. The revenues from these investments have increased by 17% to 47.318 MMDH, while the expenses have decreased by 33.9% to 12.984 MMDH.
In addition to the increase in FDI, the net flow of Moroccan direct investments abroad (MDIA) has also shown a significant increase. The net flow of MDIA has reached 6.667 MMDH, compared to 2.358 MMDH in the same period last year. This represents a significant increase in Moroccan investments abroad.
The growth in remittances and investments is a positive sign for Morocco's economy. The country has been working to attract more foreign investment and to encourage Moroccan expatriates to invest in the country. The increase in remittances and investments is expected to have a positive impact on the country's economic growth.
The Moroccan government has been implementing various measures to encourage investment and to improve the business environment. These measures include simplifying the process of starting a business, reducing bureaucracy, and providing incentives for investors. The government has also been working to promote Morocco as a destination for foreign investment.
The increase in remittances and investments is also a reflection of the growing confidence of Moroccan expatriates and foreign investors in the country's economy. The country's economy has been showing signs of growth and stability, which has encouraged investors to invest in the country. The government is expected to continue implementing measures to promote investment and to improve the business environment.
Key points
- Moroccan remittances have reached 89.2 billion dirhams in eight months, a 9% increase from last year.
- Foreign direct investments in Morocco have risen by 65% to reach 34.334 MMDH.
- The net flow of Moroccan direct investments abroad has reached 6.667 MMDH, compared to 2.358 MMDH in the same period last year.
