Casablanca Stock Exchange Closes with Noticeable Decline
On Friday, September 18, 2026, the Casablanca Stock Exchange concluded the trading day with a substantial decline, as its main index, the MASI, fell by 2.18%, closing at 17,592.46 points. This downturn reflects a broader trend affecting various sectors within the Moroccan financial market, raising concerns among investors and analysts alike.
Further analysis reveals that the MASI 20 index, which includes the 20 most liquid stocks, experienced a sharper decline of 2.35%, settling at 1,282.32 points. Meanwhile, the MASI ESG index, which tracks companies with the highest ESG ratings according to Moody's ESG Solutions, decreased by 1.96% to reach 1,307.79 points. In addition, the MASI Mid and Small Cap index, representing the performance of listed small and medium enterprises, also suffered a loss, dropping 1.6% to close at 1,674.5 points. This cumulative decline across multiple indices indicates a challenging environment for investors and may prompt discussions about future investment strategies within the Moroccan market.
As reported by fr.hespress.com.
