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Construction Outlook: Q2 2026 Growth Expected, HCP Says
The High Commission for Planning (HCP) forecasts that Morocco’s construction sector will see stronger activity in Q2 2026, driven by growth in building construction and specialized works, while civil engineering remains flat. Employment is expected to rise and capacity utilisation is projected at 72%. In the first quarter, order books were broadly normal, but 23% of firms reported raw‑material shortages and 30% described cash‑flow conditions as tight.
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Construction Outlook: Q2 2026 Growth Expected, HCP Says
The High Commission for Planning (HCP) forecasts that Morocco’s construction sector will see stronger activity in Q2 2026, driven by growth in building construction and specialized works, while civil engineering remains flat. Employment is expected to rise and capacity utilisation is projected at 72%. In the first quarter, order books were broadly normal, but 23% of firms reported raw‑material shortages and 30% described cash‑flow conditions as tight.