The Casablanca Stock Exchange concluded the week from August 24 to 28, 2026, with mixed results. The MASI index experienced a slight decline, while trading volumes remained strong, primarily dominated by major players such as Attijariwafa Bank, Managem, and Sodep-Marsa Maroc.

Throughout the week, the principal index of the exchange, the MASI, dropped by 0.32% to settle at 18,931.06 points. In a similar vein, the MASI 20 fell by 0.53%, and the MASI ESG decreased by 0.24%. Interestingly, the MASI Mid and Small Cap index saw a modest increase of 0.45%, indicating a robust performance among smaller and mid-sized companies. This trend reflects a market that is somewhat cautious with larger corporations while exhibiting vitality in specialized segments.

Sector-wise, the forestry and paper industries faced significant setbacks, recording a decline of 6.62%, while the chemical sector dropped by 3.18% and electricity by 2.42%. Conversely, the engineering and industrial equipment sector showcased the strongest growth with an increase of 9.02%, followed by the beverage sector at 2.67% and agricultural industry at 2.5%. This divergence in sector performance illustrates a reshaping of market dynamics, where certain sectors capitalize on favorable conditions while others contend with ongoing pressures.

A Robust Trading Volume Amidst Declining Indices

Additionally, the overall trading volume surpassed 1.30 billion dirhams, primarily within the Central Market. Notably, three stocks accounted for the majority of trades: Attijariwafa Bank (26.68%), Managem (17.03%), and Sodep-Marsa Maroc (12.47%). The market capitalization stood at 1,118.19 billion dirhams, underscoring the market's resilience despite the index declines.

On an individual stock level, performance varied significantly. Stroc Industrie led the gains with a rise of 10.84% to 205 dirhams, followed by Résidences Dar Saada at 6.50% to 188.50 dirhams, and Société des Boissons du Maroc at 3.19% to 2,135 dirhams. In contrast, Med Paper suffered a decline of 6.62% to 26.10 dirhams, along with Fenie Brossette, which fell by 5.31% to 392 dirhams. Holcim Maroc S.A. dropped 4.11% to 1,726 dirhams, Douja Prom Addoha decreased by 3.82% to 36.05 dirhams, and SNEP fell by 3.51% to 357 dirhams.

In summary, despite the decline of major indices, the active trading environment and the varied performance of individual stocks affirm the vitality of the Casablanca Stock Exchange.

As reported by h24info.ma.