‘Value of on-the-spot fines is in preventing offences’ – MHRA welcomes cannabis fines news
Visible police presence, immediate action and prompt response when assistance is requested are essential, he said
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Mastering the language of business: How BELS is crafting bespoke training for a dynamic economy
Built differently – CLA Malta offers custom solutions in a cookie-cutter landscape of tax advisory and business
New €50 cheque minimum could affect smaller NGO donations as digital payments gain ground
New cheque rules are coming into affect in January 2027
Government responsible for ensuring infrastructure supports economic model – Employers’ Association
Economic growth has relied heavily on sustained construction and was encouraged by government’s pro-development policies, it said
Only one in three Maltese family businesses have a written succession plan
A survey of 150 businesses also found that while turnover increased for most respondents, half reported stagnant profits
‘Smart Regulation, More Agility’ event will see businesses propose ideas for more agile regulatory environment
It will focus on legislative amendments, the Malta Business Wallet, and the Youth Enterprise Framework, among other things
Moody’s affirms Malta’s A2 rating which ‘reflects the economy’s capacity to sustain strong growth’
It noted that continued untargeted energy subsidies and increases in other current expenditure will widen the fiscal deficit
No injuries reported as part of Valletta shop ceiling collapses
The incident occurred at 10.20am on Friday
NCPE calls for Equality Impact Assessment before TCN Budget measures come into force
'Several of the measures have the potential to increase inequality among vulnerable groups,' it said
The evolving MGS market
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What is driving the dollar’s strength?
The US Dollar ended the third quarter of 2026 with its sixth consecutive quarterly gain
Alkagesta hosts banking partners summit as international financial support exceeds $1 billion
Malta's strong regulatory framework, EU membership, and expanding logistics infrastructure continue to attract international trading companies and their financial partners
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Malta’s business conditions remain below long-term average as retail activity contracts
Malta’s business conditions remain below long-term average as retail activity contracts
TCN measures risk ‘mammothing’ the human resource challenge in catering establishment sector – association
Introduction of eco-contribution alone will not ensure influx of quality tourists, ACE says
Minimum cheque payment to rise to €50 from 2027
The Central Bank aims to modernise Malta’s payments landscape
New EU anti-money laundering rules raise concerns over digital onboarding and compliance costs
Industry and regulatory representatives discuss the practical challenges of implementing Europe's new AML framework
‘Don’t look away’: Gender-based violence is also a business issue
The conference underlined the legal responsibilities that employers have and the importance of listening to employees without judgement
Cruise passenger numbers in Malta drop 7% in third quarter of 2026
Malta recorded 647,237 cruise passengers between January and September 2026, down 6.4% year-on-year
Malta businesses urged to prepare for EU anti-money laundering overhaul ahead of 2027 deadline
FIAU official highlights changes to beneficial ownership, customer due diligence and business relationships as new European regulatory framework approaches
What is driving cost expectations higher among Maltese businesses?
Labour shortages and geopolitical tensions fuel expectations of further cost increases among Maltese businesses
Businesses report slower improvement in operating conditions
The Central Bank’s latest Business Dialogue found that most surveyed firms reported stable or improving conditions
MCA at 25: taking the lead on the European stage
Robert Mifsud explains how a small regulator can still make its voice heard where the big decisions are taken
MDA backs capital investment, calls for long-term development vision
MDA noted the lack of concrete incentives for green building and measures specifically aimed at small and medium-sized developers
