Mauritius Business & Economy News
Track Mauritius's evolving economy with coverage of the Stock Exchange of Mauritius, banking, foreign investment, SME growth, budget updates, and the financial sectors driving the island's prosperity, from fintech and IFC developments to trade and industry.
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How the Fed's Rate Call Hits Your Wallet
Every time the United States Federal Reserve meets to decide on interest rates, the ripple effects reach far beyond Wall Street, and Mauriti…
Mauritius Cuts Clothing Imports by Rs 1bn
Mauritius recorded a significant drop in clothing and footwear imports during the first semester, with figures falling by approximately Rs 1…
Concentrix Shuts Mauritius BPO, Expands in Madagascar
In a move that has sent shockwaves through Mauritius's business process outsourcing (BPO) sector, American outsourcing giant Concentrix has …
12,100 Young Mauritians Unemployed: A Skills Gap Crisis
Mauritius is facing a paradox that policymakers can no longer ignore: over 12,100 young people are currently unemployed, yet businesses acro…
DBM Rate Shock Hits Women Entrepreneurs Hard
Women entrepreneurs in Mauritius have been dealt a severe financial blow following the abolition of the Women Entrepreneur Loan Scheme, a fl…
Bagatelle Mall Turns 15 With Major New Attractions
Bagatelle Mall, one of Mauritius's most visited shopping destinations, is marking its 15th anniversary with a significant commercial refresh…
Mauritius Budget 2026: AI Boom or Social Risk?
Mauritius's Budget 2026 to 2027 positions the island as a forward-looking, investment-driven economy, with artificial intelligence, fintech,…
Vegetable Prices Soar Amid Harsh Weather
Mauritians are feeling the pinch at the market as vegetable prices continue to climb, driven by increasingly difficult weather conditions af…
Business Credit in Mauritius Surges 10.8%
Mauritius has recorded a notable increase in credit extended to businesses, rising by 10.8% according to the latest Financial Stability Repo…
The Real Cost of Owning a Car in Mauritius
Walking into a car dealership in Mauritius is the easy part. What comes after, the loan repayments, fuel bills, insurance premiums, and annu…
Galaxy closes its doors at Vacoas Square
Galaxy has permanently closed its point of sale at Vacoas Square, one of the commercial centres serving the central highlands region of Maur…
Madagascar hosts 27th Rural Economy Fair
The 27th edition of Madagascar's International Rural Economy Fair, known as FIER MADA, has officially opened in the capital Antananarivo, ac…
EDB Offers CEO Rs 850,000 Monthly Package
The Mauritian government's offer to appoint Raja Ramdaursingh as Chief Executive Officer of the Economic Development Board (EDB) has come un…
Mauritius M4 Motorway: India Funds Rs 10bn Road
Mauritius is set to receive a major infrastructure boost with the announcement of a special loan of USD 680 million from the Indian governme…
FCC enquête sur l'affaire Ravatomanga
La Fair Competition Commission (FCC) a officiellement ouvert une enquête dans le cadre de l'affaire Ravatomanga, après la plainte déposée pa…
Sneakers in Mauritius: Are You Overpaying?
Sneakers are no longer just sports footwear, they have evolved into full-blown fashion statements, and their price tags are following suit. …
Mauritius BPO Sector Needs Urgent Reform
Mauritius has long positioned itself as a competitive Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) hub in the Indian Ocean region, but mounting pressu…
Crypto in Mauritius: Fast Gains, Real Risks
Mauritius is witnessing a growing wave of interest in cryptocurrencies, with more residents exploring digital assets as a route to quick fin…
Air Mauritius perd sa bataille au Privy Council
Air Mauritius a essuyé un nouveau revers judiciaire après avoir tenté, sans succès, de saisir le Privy Council pour contester une décision d…
Canada Hits Back at Trump: Trade War Escalates
The trade relationship between the United States and Canada, long considered one of the most stable economic partnerships in the world, is f…
MRA Forces Property Sale at Auction in 2026
The Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) has taken decisive legal action against a property owner, triggering a forced judicial sale, known loc…
Rs 8 Baguette Hard to Find in Some Shops
Mauritians seeking the government-regulated Rs 8 baguette are reportedly struggling to find it in certain retail outlets across the island, …
Mauritius Rupee: The Real Battle Is Economic
The debate around the Mauritian rupee's value has long been framed as a matter of monetary policy, interest rates, foreign exchange interven…
DistributeX: FCC Probes Mobile Phone Dealings
The Fair Competition Commission (FCC) of Mauritius has intensified its scrutiny of DistributeX, with mobile phones now emerging as a central…
Frequently Asked Questions
What drives the Mauritius economy?−
Mauritius has a diversified economy built on four main pillars: financial services (including IFC and banking), tourism, manufacturing (especially textiles), and a growing ICT/BPO sector. The country is consistently ranked among Africa's most competitive economies.
What is the Stock Exchange of Mauritius?−
The Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM) operates two markets: the Official Market and the Development & Enterprise Market (DEM). It lists over 90 companies and is one of Africa's leading exchanges, attracting significant international investment.
Is Mauritius a good place to do business?−
Mauritius ranks highly in African business environment indices, with a strong legal system, low corporate tax rate (15%), double taxation agreements with 46 countries, and a reputation as a gateway for investment into Africa and Asia.
What is the Mauritius International Financial Centre?−
The Mauritius IFC is a major financial hub managing over $700 billion in assets. It offers global business licences, fund management, banking, and insurance services, making it one of the world's top 10 offshore financial centres.