The Casablanca Stock Exchange ended the week of April 20-24, 2026, on a negative note, with its main index, the MASI, falling 2.2% to 18,815.18 points, according to official exchange data.
The MASI 20, which tracks the 20 most liquid stocks, declined 3.18% to 1,377.59 points. The decline was broad-based, with several sectors contributing to the weekly loss.
Market analysts attributed the drop to profit-taking after recent gains and global economic uncertainties. Trading volumes remained moderate during the period.
The performance marks a reversal from the previous week's positive trend, though year-to-date figures still show modest gains for the benchmark index.