Foreign Direct Investment: Morocco Records a 41.8% Increase in Net Flows by the End of May 2026
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Morocco continues to enhance its appeal to international investors. The latest statistics released by the Exchange Office indicate a significant increase in foreign direct investments (FDI) during the first five months of 2026.
By the end of May, the net flow of FDI stood at 23.3 billion dirhams, marking an impressive rise of 41.8% compared to the same period in 2025. This development is attributed to both an increase in revenues and a decrease in expenditures related to foreign investments.
FDI Revenues Exceed 29 Billion Dirhams
Revenues generated from foreign direct investments reached 29.842 billion dirhams, up from 24.862 billion dirhams a year earlier, representing a growth of 20%.
At the same time, expenditures associated with FDI decreased by 22.5%, settling at 6.523 billion dirhams, down from 8.419 billion dirhams by the end of May 2025. This decline significantly contributed to the improvement in the net balance of foreign investments.
Moroccan Investments Abroad Also Rise
The positive momentum is not limited to incoming capital. Moroccan direct investments abroad (MDI) are also showing encouraging growth.
Expenditures by Moroccan companies internationally reached 11.717 billion dirhams, an increase of 40.3% year-on-year. In contrast, revenues grew by 13.6%, reaching 7.033 billion dirhams.
Thus, the net flow of Moroccan investments abroad stands at 4.684 billion dirhams, up from 2.161 billion dirhams during the same period last year, confirming the development of Moroccan businesses in international markets.
A Confirmed Attractiveness
These results reflect the positive trend of investment flows in Morocco and underscore the increasing interest of foreign investors in the national economy. Simultaneously, they illustrate the growing prominence of Moroccan operators on the international stage, in a context characterized by strengthened economic exchanges and regional expansion opportunities.
This trend serves as a positive indicator for growth and job creation prospects, as the Kingdom continues its strategy to attract more productive capital and consolidate its position as an economic hub in Africa.
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