Positive Start for Casablanca Stock Exchange
On Thursday, October 8, 2026, the Casablanca Stock Exchange kicked off its trading session on a positive note, with its benchmark index, the MASI, rising by 0.62% to reach 17,096.3 points. This upward trend reflects a continued confidence in the market, as investors engage actively in various sectors.
The MASI 20, which includes the 20 most liquid stocks on the exchange, also witnessed a gain, advancing by 0.67% to 1,237.78 points. Additionally, the MASI ESG index, which measures the performance of companies rated best in terms of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria by Moody’s ESG Solutions, increased by 0.65%, bringing it to 1,264.14 points. This highlights a growing interest in sustainable investments among traders.
Furthermore, the MASI Mid and Small Cap index, which tracks the performance of smaller and medium-sized listed companies, saw an increase of 0.45%, reaching 1,644.53 points. This indicates a broad-based recovery across various segments of the market. The previous day, the MASI had also concluded on a positive note, closing with a gain of 0.58%, further establishing the bullish momentum that has characterized recent trading activities.
As reported by fr.hespress.com.
