Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Morocco. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
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…
Potatoes continue to hold a dominant position, accounting for almost all starchy root consumption in Morocco. Integral to Moroccan cuisine for an extensive period, potatoes feature prominently in various dishes such as Niçoise salad, tajines, and as…
Consumer appliances in Morocco has demonstrated mixed performance amidst rising inflation and supply chain disruptions in 2023. Despite a dip in demand during 2021 and early 2022, certain categories have regained their pre-pandemic sales levels.…
Wine in Morocco saw modest volume growth in 2023, with demand supported by the rise in foreign tourist arrivals. The country’s success at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar had a noticeable impact on tourism, by attracting more travellers to the…
Morocco’s economy has come under pressure in recent years, with drought causing issues for agriculture and reducing local wine production significantly in 2022. The war in Ukraine continued to leave its impact with energy and raw material prices…
Home insecticides in Morocco continued to perform well in 2023, with healthy growth in current value terms.
Despite signs of economic recovery, vending in Morocco continues to grapple with the lingering effects of the pandemic. As a relatively marginal channel with low retail current value sales, vending faces inherent challenges exacerbated by shifting…
The Moroccan retail landscape is gradually modernising across all channels. Traditionally dominated by conventional channels, there has been a timid entry into digital sales. However, with increasing competition and the impact of the COVID-19…
Retail volume sales have gained pace in 2023 amid rising interest in home cooking and the ongoing trend towards discounting activity and promotion. As with other consumer appliances, the adverse economic climate in 2023 and related inflation means…
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…
Retail e-commerce in Morocco witnessed an accelerated expansion throughout the review period and in 2023, propelled by several factors contributing to its robust growth trajectory. The channel experienced a notable surge in online transactions,…
In 2023, small food preparation appliances like blenders and food processors continue to be top sellers in Morocco. The affordability and value these appliances offer makes them an attractive choice for many Moroccan households, particularly blenders…
Fish and seafood in Morocco experienced notable growth, primarily led by fish, particularly pelagic types such as sardines, mackerel, and anchovies. These varieties significantly contributed to the product area's overall sales, with pelagic fish…
Morocco is embarking on a new trade strategy focused on bolstering local production and fostering job creation, signalling a transformative shift in the market. Collaborative efforts between the government and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce…
Sugar and sweeteners in Morocco showed a modest growth rate in total volume sales in 2023, reflecting its proximity to maturity. This slow growth trajectory can be attributed to the increasing health consciousness prevailing among Moroccan consumers,…
Volume growth remains stable in 2023 across large cooking appliances overall. With hybrid working arrangements remaining in place and consumers cooking and eating more meals at home, there has been increased levels of wear and tear, thus increasing…
Home laundry appliances continues to witness recovery from the sharp decline in sales during the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumers are generally more comfortable about making an outlay on big ticket items such as home laundry appliances. Having said that,…
In 2023, government intervention played a pivotal role in bolstering the resilience of small local grocers against mounting competition from modern retail formats. Recognising the economic importance of these traditional outlets, the government…
Full-service restaurants remain under pressure in 2023, despite the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. Inflation has forced operators to increase menu prices, and together with higher levels of unemployment this has hampered domestic demand. Locals…
In 2023, tissue and hygiene in Morocco recorded double-digit retail value growth, driven by rising prices. The price of raw materials and consumer goods, in particular energy products, reached historic highs in 2022 and 2023. As a result of high…