Market Overview of Casablanca Stock Exchange on March 27, 2026
The Casablanca Stock Exchange concluded its trading session on March 27, 2026, with a notable decline, as the MASI index dropped by 1.27%, settling at 17,221.05 points. In a similar vein, the MASI 20 index also faced a downturn, falling by 1.50% to reach 1,308.04 points. The MASI ESG index, which reflects the performance of environmentally and socially responsible companies, registered a decrease of 1.40%, closing at 1,184.36 points. This overall negative trend in the stock market was accompanied by a market capitalization of approximately 964.47 billion MAD, indicating a significant shift in investor sentiment and market dynamics.
Trading Volumes and Key Performers
During the session, the total trading volume amounted to 412.79 million MAD, with major trading activity concentrated among leading companies. Among the most actively traded stocks were Attijariwafa Bank, Managem, and Lesieur Cristal, which contributed significantly to the market's performance. Notably, Sanlam Maroc emerged as the top performer of the day, witnessing an impressive gain of 8.00%, closing at 2,700 MAD. Other stocks that experienced notable increases included Oulmès (+5.99%), Afma (+5.92%), Eqdom (+5.26%), and Maghrebail (+3.33%). Conversely, the session also saw some significant losses, particularly for stocks such as Salafin (-5.93%), Taqa Morocco (-5.04%), and SNEP (-4.65%), reflecting the volatility and competitive nature of the trading environment.
As reported by medias24.com.
