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.
.Air care in Morocco witnessed a positive growth in current value terms in 2023, continuing the trend of the previous year. Spray/aerosol air fresheners continued to be the most widely used product type, as well as posting the strongest overall…
In 2023, air treatments products is set to record stable growth in retail volume terms, although the rate of growth has slowed year on year. The prevailing economic uncertainty and high cost of living is impacting demand. Air treatment products are…
The number of people travelling by air continued to grow in 2023, with volumes exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Local airlines responded to the increase in demand by reopening routes that had been closed during the pandemic, as well as adding new…
After a strong recovery in economic activity during 2021 with GDP growth of more than 7%, the performance of Morocco's economy stood at 1.3% in 2022, due to an unfavourable economic situation, especially for the agricultural sector, which was…
Analgesics in Morocco has continued to develop positively in 2023, with total current value sales set to grow at a faster rate than in 2022 and most categories expected to post improved results in volume terms. Together with population growth and…
The overall landscape of apparel accessories in Morocco experienced a moderate decline in 2023, largely attributed to the sharp decrease in face mask sales. The return to pre-pandemic routines, marked by the complete lifting of restrictions in 2022,…
The end of the review period witnessed an unprecedented surge in commodity prices, exacerbated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This surge, coupled with the national economy grappling with a slowdown due to drought and inflation, resulted in…
Decathlon, a key player in the mass distribution of sports and leisure apparel and footwear, continued to demonstrate its winning model in 2023. With a discreet yet impactful approach, Decathlon has successfully democratised access to sports and…
Demand for household appliances has been under pressure, reflecting high inflation and shifting consumer priorities. However, despite this overall decline, demand for small household appliances continued to grow steadily since 2020. This trend…
In 2023, Morocco's away-from-home tissue and hygiene landscape saw positive results. The propensity to dine out, coupled with a boom in the tourist industry, positively impacted sales and growth. As life returned to normal following the outbreak of…
The underwhelming sales performance registered in baby and child-specific products during 2022 can be attributed largely to the contraction of the end consumer base for these products. The number of babies being born in Morocco continues to decline…
In 2023, the Moroccan landscape of parenthood is undergoing a profound transformation driven by a notable decline in birth rates. This trend began before the COVID-19 pandemic and has been accentuated by economic uncertainties stemming from the…
In 2023, the economic recession has driven a significant change in consumer habits among Moroccans. As a result, there is a noticeable increase in the consumption of unpackaged bread. Consumers are moving away from modern dishes like pasta or…
2022 saw bath and shower benefit from improvements that have been seen in the personal hygiene habits of large numbers of Moroccans since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Growing frequency of usage as consumers have sought to maintain…
2022 saw demand under some pressure due to a far more controlled attitude towards spending among the local population amidst the spectre of inflation and a significant increase in the cost of living. After a strong recovery in economic activity…
Following free trade agreements signed by Morocco with its economic partners such as the EU, the US and other countries, customs authorities have been applying a gradual reduction on customs duties on beer and wine. Beer customs duties were…
Bleach in Morocco posted relatively modest current value growth in 2023, with sales remaining static in volume terms. This was due to its maturity, combined with a lack of product innovation. The product has an old-fashioned image in the country,…
Retail sales of bookings continued to grow strongly in constant value terms in 2023. This rebound was driven largely by leisure travel, with a notable rebound in international arrivals from France, Spain and the UK. Here, the country benefits from…
Packaged water saw fast growth during 2023, with sales rising from a low base, having plenty of room to expand. In addition, due to drought and the low quality of tap water, particularly in coastal cities where tourists visit, many consumers switched…
A majority of Moroccans have a longstanding breakfast tradition of consuming bread with spreads, olive oil, or cheese. Breakfast cereals remain an unpopular choice in the country due to their higher cost and less satisfying nature compared to…