Morocco shows resilience as global business failures rise
via Le Matin3 min read
While global business failures are projected to increase for a fifth consecutive year in 2026, Morocco is an exception, according to Allianz Trade. After reaching a record 15,658 failures in 2024, Morocco saw a 2% decrease to 15,307 cases in 2025. Allianz Trade forecasts further declines of 2% in 2026 to 14,950 cases and 4% in 2027 to 14,300 cases. Despite this positive trend, the absolute number of failures in Morocco in 2027 is still expected to be 78% above its pre-pandemic average 2016-2019. Globally, business failures are predicted to rise by 6% in 2026, with a plateau now expected in 2027, a delay attributed to the Middle East conflict's impact on energy costs, transport, and supply chains. This conflict is estimated to cause an additional 7,000 global failures in 2026 and 7,900 in 2027. A prolonged conflict could lead to a 10% increase in global failures in 2026 and 3% in 2027, resulting in approximately 4,100 additional cases in the United States and 10,500 in Western Europe during 2026-2027. Western Europe and Asia, particularly China, are identified as the most exposed regions, with France potentially reaching 69,900 failures in 2026. The United States is also expected to see a 9% rise to 26,750 cases. Globally, 2.2 million jobs are directly threatened in 2026 due to these failures, with 1.3 million in Europe, including 960,000 in Western Europe. The construction, retail, and services sectors are most at risk.
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Luxembourg's Minister of the Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism, Lex Delles, will lead a high-level economic delegation to Morocco from May 4 to 7, 2026. This mission aims to strengthen the already robust economic ties between the two nations. The delegation will include the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce and approximately twenty companies from various sectors, seeking to foster direct exchanges with Moroccan partners and identify new investment opportunities. This comes as Morocco sees an increase in structuring projects, particularly in infrastructure, industry, and telecommunications. Luxembourg is among the top ten foreign investors in Morocco, while Morocco is a dynamic partner for the Grand Duchy in Africa. A Morocco-Luxembourg Economic Forum will be held on May 5, 2026, in partnership with the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises CGEM, bringing together business leaders to discuss joint investment projects and concrete collaborations. This visit marks the fourth major official mission between the two countries in less than ten years, underscoring their shared commitment to a long-term economic partnership based on mutual interests.
Mediterrania Capital Partners MCP has acquired Amcor Flexibles Mohammedia AFM, a Moroccan company specializing in flexible packaging solutions. Located in Mohammedia, AFM manufactures packaging for the dairy, pharmaceutical, food, and hygiene industries. The company has an industrial heritage dating back to 1949 and has been part of the Amcor group since 2010. MCP's acquisition aligns with its strategy to invest in leading mid-sized African companies to support their growth. MCP highlights AFM's potential for diversifying its offerings and client base within a resilient sector. The new shareholder plans to build upon AFM's achievements under Amcor, accelerate growth through targeted investments, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen governance. Maintaining high safety and quality standards is also a priority. MCP intends to collaborate with existing management to expand production capacity, broaden product offerings, and diversify the client portfolio, aiming to position AFM as a leading industrial platform for flexible packaging in Morocco and the wider region. With over 1.2 billion euros in assets under management and a presence in various African and international hubs, Mediterrania Capital Partners is expanding its industrial footprint in Morocco. This transaction underscores Morocco's appeal to international investors and the growing role of private equity in transforming the national industrial landscape.
Attijariwafa bank, the National Interprofessional Office of Cereals and Legumes ONICL, and the National Federation of Milling FNM have signed a partnership agreement during the 17th International Agricultural Show in Morocco SIAM. The collaboration aims to provide financial support to industrial millers, particularly those producing subsidized soft wheat flour, by addressing their cash flow challenges. The new mechanism allows eligible operators to anticipate public compensation payments through bank financing, thereby reducing payment delays and improving liquidity. This initiative is designed to help millers secure their industrial operations amidst volatile agricultural markets. Attijariwafa bank views this as part of its strategy to support the real economy and finance strategic sectors. ONICL strengthens its role as a market regulator, contributing to the compensation system's fluidity and national supply stability. FNM enhances its support for millers by facilitating access to financial tools. The partnership also includes plans for the future simplification and digitalization of processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and the experience of industry stakeholders. This collaboration is expected to positively impact the financial stability of millers, preserve jobs, and ensure the consistent production of subsidized flour, aligning with Morocco's food security objectives.
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