Rising Fuel Costs Put Pressure on Morocco's Economy

Author: Nebeela AhmedPublished on: April 5, 2026Country: Morocco

Business & Economy

Rising Fuel Costs Put Pressure on Morocco's Economy

Fuel prices in Morocco have surged, reaching around MAD 13-14 per liter, due to global oil market volatility stemming from the US-Iran-Israel war. This 13.9% increase since March is impacting transportation costs and household purchasing power. The Moroccan government is implementing aid programs to mitigate the economic impact, while inflation is projected to reach 2% in the medium term according to the IMF.

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