EL7.AI
Mergers & AcquisitionsMediumUpdated•Originally published 29 April 2026•Updated 29 April 2026•
1 min read

BNP Paribas Finalizes Sale of 67% Stake in Morocco's BMCI to Holmarcom

Key Facts

1BNP Paribas has concluded an agreement to sell its entire 67% controlling interest in Banque Marocaine pour le Commerce et l'Industrie (BMCI) to Holmarcom Finance Company.

BNP Paribas has confirmed the formal agreement to divest its entire 67% controlling interest in Banque Marocaine pour le Commerce et l'Industrie (BMCI) to Holmarcom Finance Company (HFC). This confirmation marks the transition from exclusive discussions initiated in December 2025 to a definitive sale agreement, signaling the French bank's exit from its majority position. The deal is expected to strengthen Holmarcom Group's footprint in the local financial sector as a long-term strategic partner. This divestment aligns with BNP Paribas' broader strategy to optimize its international portfolio and focus on core markets. Completion of the sale remains subject to obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals in Morocco. The move highlights ongoing shifts in the African banking landscape as European lenders recalibrate their regional presence.