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Drop in students attending English Language Teaching schools registered

April 23, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Total number of student weeks rose since 2024

AgriFair 2026 hailed as a success

April 22, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Agriculture Minister says strong attendance confirms need to continue strengthening the sector

‘Sensible and timely’: MDA welcomes private car park scheme 

April 21, 2026
by Tim Diacono

MDA endorses Transport Malta's proposal to utilise private car parks outside business hours

€2 diesel in Italy sparks concerns over Malta’s supply chain

April 21, 2026
by Tim Diacono

Fuel inflation has triggered significant cost escalation across the trailer and freight industry

Trade no longer just a driver of growth, but ‘an instrument of strategy’ – Malta’s Deputy Prime Minister

April 21, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

'Trade is being redefined, it is no longer just about efficiency'

BNF Bank reopens refurbished Naxxar branch

April 21, 2026
by BN Writer

The extensive refurbishment enhances customer experience and sustainability

Four new incentive schemes launched to strengthen quality jobs and sustainable growth in Gozo

April 20, 2026
by Sam Vassallo

Government targets higher-value employment, niche tourism and digital promotion as Gozo’s economy continues to expand

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Edward Rizzo

GO’s growing cash flow from Malta

Edward Rizzo

Volatility across the Magnificent 7

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Sam Vassallo

Maltese MEPs hail EU anti-corruption law as milestone for business transparency

March 26, 2026
by Sam Vassallo

EU countries will now be required to align their national legal frameworks

Edward Rizzo

Investing in times of war

March 26, 2026
by Edward Rizzo

What does Warren Buffett teach us about investing during conflicts?

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Sea transport between Malta and Gozo down 9% in Q1 2026

April 20, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

Sea transport was affected by adverse weather conditions during the period

Malta ranks 14th in Europe by GDP per capita

April 20, 2026
by Sam Vassallo

Meanwhile, it climbs to 7th in real purchasing power by 2030

Skills strategy will not impose obligations on employers, council clarifies

April 20, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

It will prioritise a supportive, incentive-driven approach

Experts’ advice for companies adopting AI: ‘Start small, scale fast’

April 17, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

A highly focused technology executive gives business leaders expert advice at IBM conference

MDA welcomes joint digital construction portal between three government bodies 

April 16, 2026
by Tim Diacono

The PA, BCA and OHSA have agreed to develop a digital portal to streamline construction processes

‘Short-term rentals owners must be held fully accountable’: MHRA welcomes tourism law

April 16, 2026
by Tim Diacono

MHRA hailed the new framework as a “bold step” towards a higher-value tourism model

Economic uncertainty in Malta declines despite election rumours 

April 16, 2026
by Tim Diacono

Economic uncertainty declined in Malta in March while it rose across the EU

IMF cuts eurozone growth forecast to 1.1% as Iran conflict rattles global outlook

April 16, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

The eurozone growth forecast goes down from 1.4% to 1.1% as energy shocks weigh on the economic outlook

A single digital portal aims to streamline permits and processes in the construction sector

April 15, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

The PA, BCA and OHSA have signed an MoU for the portal

Employers call for Pay Transparency Directive to be postponed

April 15, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

The Association is citing a lack of legal clarity and mounting concerns among employers

Malta among EU countries with lowest rent increases in 2025

April 15, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

Rent in Malta increased by 1.7% last year