A receipt totaling 370 Moroccan dirhams (approximately €37) for a basket of basic goods has sparked renewed debate in Morocco about rising consumer prices, just as the summer season begins and Moroccans living abroad (MREs) return in large numbers.
The receipt, which was widely shared on social media, includes items such as milk, bread, eggs, and cooking oil. According to the High Commission for Planning (HCP), Morocco's inflation rate stood at 2.3% in May 2026, with food prices rising 3.1% year-on-year.
Consumer advocacy groups have called for greater transparency and government action to stabilize prices, particularly for essential goods. The Ministry of Economy and Finance has stated that it is monitoring the situation and considering measures to support purchasing power.
The debate comes as the government continues to implement reforms under the new development model, aiming to reduce economic disparities and improve living standards.
