BN Talks

€235 on-the-spot fine for tourists smoking cannabis in public

November 4, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

'We need more enforcement against those who do not respect people around them,' Minister says

15% of households report difficulty in covering expenses, while almost half comfortably cover them – survey

November 3, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

14.1 per cent said they sometimes struggle to cover all expenses and 0.8 per cent regularly cannot cover essential expenses

PTL partners with Zoho – Less paperwork, more possibilities

November 3, 2026
by BN Writer

The partnership will help businesses across Malta simplify their operations, connect their teams and make more time for what matters

Fyorin launches expense management to bring business spending into one place

November 3, 2026
by BN Writer

For businesses managing several teams, departments or projects, small work payments quickly adds up

Government responsible for ensuring infrastructure supports economic model – Employers’ Association

November 2, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

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

November 2, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

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

November 2, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

It will focus on legislative amendments, the Malta Business Wallet, and the Youth Enterprise Framework, among other things

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What is driving the dollar’s strength?

October 8, 2026
by Edward Rizzo

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

October 7, 2026
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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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Moody’s affirms Malta’s A2 rating which ‘reflects the economy’s capacity to sustain strong growth’

November 2, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

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

October 30, 2026
by BN Writer

The incident occurred at 10.20am on Friday

NCPE calls for Equality Impact Assessment before TCN Budget measures come into force

October 30, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

'Several of the measures have the potential to increase inequality among vulnerable groups,' it said

Malta’s business conditions remain below long-term average as retail activity contracts

October 29, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

Malta’s business conditions remain below long-term average as retail activity contracts

MBB calls for aligned advocacy across Government and industry to secure good EU budget package for Malta

October 29, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

Minister Keith Azzopardi Tanti supported the call for structured collaboration

GiMAS Malta invests €10 million in sustainable energy manufacturing

October 28, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Prime Minister Robert Abela said the investment reflected Malta’s economic stability and ability to attract international investors

Malta to host European innovators shaping the future of circular electronics

October 28, 2026
by Julia Falzon

The event will showcase technologies and investment to turn e-waste into valuable materials

‘Don’t look away’: Gender-based violence is also a business issue

October 28, 2026
by Kevin Schembri Orland

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

October 28, 2026
by Julia Falzon

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

October 28, 2026
by Nicole Zammit

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?

October 27, 2026
by Julia Falzon

Labour shortages and geopolitical tensions fuel expectations of further cost increases among Maltese businesses