Ahmed Kchikeche

Ahmed Kchikeche

Economist and Independent Consultant

Ahmed Kchikeche is an Economist and independent consultant, with experience in quantitative and qualitative studies handling the main econometric techniques dealing with time series, panel data, and micro-data. He holds an M.A. in Econometrics and a Ph.D. in Economics from Mohammed V University. His work focuses on macro-financial linkages and monetary system reform.

Areas of Interest:
  • Macroeconomics
  • Monetary Economics
  • Macro-financial linkages
Education:
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, Mohammed V University, Rabat, 2023.
  • Master of Science in Econometrics Statistics and Applied Modeling, Mohammed V University, Rabat, 2017.
  • Bachelor of Science, Economics, Mohammed V University, Rabat, 2015.
Experience:
  • Consultant: FIRMA EDUCACION, Tanger, May 2022 - December 2023 
  • Data analyst: SIS CONSULTANTS, Rabat, June 2022 - August 2022 
  • Teaching Assistant: Mohamed V University, Rabat, 2018 - 2021
  • Lecturer of informatics: Moroccan Youth Education Association, Rabat, 2015 - 2017
Latest Publications:
  • Kchikeche, A. and Mafamane, D. (2024, In Press). Examining the Interactions of Economic Growth and Bank Credit to the Private Sector in Morocco. Journal of Economic Cooperation and Development.
  • Kchikeche, A, El Fakir, R and Mafamane, D. (2024). Can conventional monetary policy stimulate bank credit? Evidence from a Developing Country. Statistika, 105(2), 163–184.
  • El Foutoun, M., Kchikeche, A., & Mafamane, D. (2023). Exploring youth unemployment in Morocco: Evidence from micro-level data. Economic Horizons, 25(1), 49-62.
  • Kchikeche, A., & El Mahmah, A.  (2022). Is There Any Impact of Public Spending on Bank Performance? Empirical Evidence from the MENA Region. ERF Working paper N° 1555. 
  • Kchikeche, A., & Khallouk, O. (2021). On the nexus between economic growth and bank-based financial development: evidence from Morocco. Middle East Development Journal, 13(2), 245-264
Is There Any Impact of Public Spending on Bank Performance? Empirical Evidence from the MENA Region

Areas of Interest: Macroeconomics Monetary Economics Macro-financial linkages Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, Mohammed V University, Rabat,... Read More

August, 2022

Working Papers
Is There Any Impact of Public Spending on Bank Performance? Empirical Evidence from the MENA Region

Areas of Interest: Macroeconomics Monetary Economics Macro-financial linkages Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, Mohammed V University, Rabat,... Read More

March, 2022

ERF 28th Annual Conference
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Revisiting Macroeconomic Management in Times of Crisis and Beyond – Parallel Sessions – March 26

Areas of Interest: Macroeconomics Monetary Economics Macro-financial linkages Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, Mohammed V University, Rabat,... Read More

Mar 26, 2022

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