Morocco: 42,905 New Businesses Created in First Five Months of 2026

Morocco saw 42,905 new business registrations from January to May 2026, according to OMPIC data.

Morocco: 42,905 New Businesses Created in First Five Months of 2026

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Morocco's entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to show resilience, with 42,905 new businesses registered in the first five months of 2026, according to data released by the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC).

The figure represents a steady pace of business creation, averaging over 8,500 new companies per month. The data covers registrations from January 1 to May 31, 2026.

While the OMPIC report did not provide a sectoral breakdown for this period, previous trends suggest that trade, construction, and services typically dominate new registrations. The agency regularly publishes monthly and quarterly statistics on business creation.

This update comes as Morocco continues to implement economic reforms aimed at improving the business climate, including digitalization of administrative procedures and support for startups and small enterprises.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does OMPIC stand for?

OMPIC stands for the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (Office Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale).

How many businesses were created per month on average?

The average was over 8,500 new businesses per month during the first five months of 2026.

What sectors typically lead business creation in Morocco?

Trade, construction, and services are usually the dominant sectors for new business registrations in Morocco.

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