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The Geopolitician

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Morocco · Country watch

Government Formation Advances, MASI Declines

Morocco's new government formation progresses; Casablanca's MASI index declines amid global inflation concerns.

· · 11 sources

The picture Mixed

Business conditions in Morocco are mixed today. Government formation progresses, offering potential stability, but the MASI index declines due to global inflation concerns, affecting investor sentiment.

In this briefing CBD · Moroccan companies · Casablanca Stock Exchange · MASI · King Mohammed VI · Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri

Regulation

  • retail
  • pharma

CBD products expand under regulatory framework

two boxes of cbd oil sitting on a table
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Moroccan companies are broadening their range of CBD-based products, including oils, skincare, chocolate, and teas, as reported by yabiladi.com. These products are subject to specific licenses and regulations within Morocco's cannabis legal framework. The expansion reflects growing consumer interest and regulatory accommodation for CBD products in the Moroccan market.

Impact Retailers and producers of CBD products see expanded opportunities under Morocco's regulated cannabis framework.

Sources: yabiladi.com ↗

Disruption

Nothing significant reported today.

Internal tension

Nothing significant reported today.

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

  • finance

MASI declines amid global inflation concerns

The Casablanca Stock Exchange's MASI index declined on Wednesday following the release of U.S. inflation data for September, which stood at 3.7%. The index's drop reflects vulnerability to external economic shocks, despite strong half-year results primarily from the mining sector, according to Telquel. Analysts suggest that the MASI may end the year in negative territory due to ongoing global economic pressures.

Impact Investors in Moroccan equities face increased volatility as global inflation impacts local market performance.

Sources: Telquel ↗

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

  • public-sector

King Mohammed VI meets Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri

King Mohammed VI met with Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, the designated head of government, at the Royal Palace in Rabat on Wednesday. El Mansouri updated the King on the progress of forming the new government, following the recent legislative elections. The King emphasized the need for comprehensive mobilization and responsible governance in the upcoming phase, according to Tangier News. This meeting signifies a crucial step towards finalizing the new government's formation.

Impact Public-sector contractors and consultants anticipate changes as the new government formation progresses.

Sources: Tanja7 ↗, Alyaoum24 ↗, Tangier News ↗

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