Morocco

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…

In 2024, slow growth in pet products is partly attributed to the weak economy and declining disposable incomes in Morocco. In addition to this, brands and product availability remains limited. At the same time, other pet product goods are highly…

Pet care in Morocco is showcasing a modest performance in 2024, as challenging economic conditions and declining disposable incomes impact purchasing habits and pet ownership. After a strong recovery in economic activity in 2021, the performance of…

The economic recession and declining disposable incomes in 2024 significantly impacts other pet food sales in Morocco. This led some pet owners to abandon their pets while being discouraged from investing in pets such as birds, fish and other…

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…

In 2024, cat food in Morocco is recording positive retail value sales. Despite the difficult economic conditions and reduced disposable income, cat ownership in Morocco did not decline. Unlike dogs, cats are considered more desirable pets, acceptable…

Population growth between 2021-2040 results from positive natural change as net migration remains negative. Rising living standards and healthcare improvements will increase life expectancy, while significant growth in the 65+ population will…

Toilet care in Morocco saw healthy growth in current value terms in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. Sales remained dominated by toilet liquids/foams, thanks to their significantly cheaper prices compared to in-cistern devices. In…

Surface care in Morocco sales achieved buoyant growth in current value terms in 2023.. However, this was partly due to an increase in unit prices, thanks to increases in energy, raw material and transport costs. The category is dominated by…

Polishes in Morocco posted positive growth in current value terms in 2023, albeit from a lower base. Such products still have a niche status in the country and are largely considered to be expensive and unnecessary. As such, they tended to be…