Malta’s economy is expanding rapidly, but headline GDP figures only tell part of the story. JP Fabri examines wages, productivity, property, investment and public spending to ask whether the country’s economic boom is translating into lasting prosperity for enough people.
Russia invaded Ukraine. Europe responded by cutting Russian energy ties, rearming on a historic scale and becoming a far bigger customer of American weapons and LNG. Anthony P. Bernard follows the money — and asks who benefits from Europe’s new security order.
Manuel Delia examines what happens when commercial opportunity collides with corruption, reputation and conscience, and asks whether Malta’s business environment makes doing the right thing unnecessarily expensive.
For regulated financial businesses, securing a licence is only part of the challenge. Finding a banking partner that understands their operating model can be just as difficult. MONEY speaks with Multitude Bank Deputy CEO Dario Azzopardi about the infrastructure payment institutions, electronic money institutions and MiCA-authorised firms need to operate, expand and build long-term resilience.
As wealthy families spread their businesses, investments and lives across borders, managing fortunes is becoming increasingly complex. Paul Rostkowski explores how Malta can position itself as a trusted European hub for international private wealth, connecting financial services, family offices and global mobility.
Simon Azzopardi argues that family business succession should be about more than preserving what already exists. For Malta’s next generation of owners, the real opportunity is deciding what chapter two should become.
Regulations are usually seen as a costly burden on business. But what if following the rules could actually improve your bottom line? Stephen Mallia explores how European product safety standards, certification and regulatory compliance can become powerful commercial advantages, helping businesses reduce risk, protect margins, build customer trust and gain an edge over competitors.
What happens after a property deal is signed can matter just as much as the deal itself. Neil Scicluna Debono, real estate administrator at Tumas Group, discusses the often-overlooked work behind successful property investments, from lease management and regulatory compliance to tenant relationships and long-term asset protection.
Europeans have trillions sitting in bank accounts, and Brussels wants to put that money to work. But what does the EU's push to turn savings into investments mean for Malta, where households are among Europe's most diligent savers? Vanessa Macdonald examines the opportunities, risks and bigger questions behind Europe's plans for your money.
As Malta's property market matures, Zanzi's Steve and Michael Mercieca discuss technology, trust, governance and why the next decade will favour disciplined operators over growth-at-all-costs ambition.
Malta has approved nearly 88,000 homes in a decade, but who is shaping the country's built future? Vanessa Macdonald examines planning, sustainability, governance, and the competing visions that define tomorrow's Malta.
Drawing on new findings from Malta's National Housing Satisfaction Survey, Matthew Zerafa and Brian Micallef examine the relationship between residential satisfaction, community environments, and quality of life.
As Malta strengthens construction regulation, questions remain over who supports families forced from their homes. Lea Hogg speaks with Dr Vincent Micallef about the gaps between displacement and recovery.
As Malta's urban landscape evolves, psychosocial coach Claire Bugelli explains why belonging, community and human connection should become central considerations for developers, architects and anyone shaping the built environment.
With ION at Sea, Simon Rogan is taking Malta's only two-Michelin-starred dining experience beyond the restaurant walls, combining exceptional cuisine, luxury hospitality and the beauty of the Mediterranean.
Commercial real estate advisor Etienne Licari and real estate valuer Justin Mizzi draw on years of experience to reveal the costly mistakes businesses make when renting office space in Malta – and how to avoid them.
As Malta looks beyond economic growth, JP Fabri argues that the future of real estate should be measured not only by property values, but by the communities, opportunities and quality of life it creates.
As a third-generation leader at Tumas Group, Zak Fenech discusses legacy, sustainability, changing buyer expectations, and why Malta's future depends on building better, not simply building more.
Despite record GDP growth, many Maltese businesses are feeling the squeeze. Simon Azzopardi explores why Malta has become two economies—and what must change to secure sustainable prosperity.
As land becomes scarcer and development costs rise, Steve Risiott argues that Malta's greatest real estate opportunities may lie not in new construction, but in the authenticity of existing buildings.
As Malta's skyline continues to evolve, Manuel Delia explores how architecture, memory and urban planning shape not only our cities, but the society we are building for future generations.
Stephen Mallia explores how advanced construction materials are helping redefine Malta's real estate sector, enabling more sustainable, resilient and architecturally ambitious developments while creating stronger long-term investment value.
Modern life rarely slows down. Laura Maciulskaite explores how decluttering, mindfulness and intentional living can help reduce stress, restore balance and create space for greater wellbeing and clarity.
Eurostat data suggests Malta is losing homeowners faster than any other European country. But does the headline tell the whole story? MONEY explores the numbers behind Malta's changing housing market.
In MONEY’s cover story, Dayna Camilleri Clarke sits down with Dr Silvio De Bono to discuss leadership, growth and the thinking behind IDEA Group — and what it takes to anticipate Malta’s next chapter.
Dayna Camilleri Clarke, in conversation with psychotherapist Danjela Falzon, explores how design directly impacts mental wellbeing — and why Malta’s built environment must start putting people, not just space, first.
In this analysis, Justin Mizzi examines Malta’s shift from volume-driven tourism to a value-led model, questioning whether current regulations can truly deliver quality, design excellence, and long-term sustainability.
Economist JP Fabri explores why Malta must start thinking like a city, not a country — and how smarter urban design, infrastructure and density could determine the island’s long-term economic performance.
Architect Danica Cachia Mifsud takes readers inside the new St John’s Co-Cathedral Museum façade in Valletta. Built from 2,370 carved stones, the project balances heritage, craftsmanship and modern precision — where every architectural decision becomes part of the city’s evolving story.
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Malta’s economy is expanding rapidly, but headline GDP figures only tell part of the story. JP Fabri examines wages, productivity, property, investment and public spending to ask whether the country’s economic boom is translating into lasting prosperity for enough people.
Finance can no longer be judged simply by how much business Malta attracts. FinanceMalta Chairman George Vella argues that the real test is whether capital can help build the industries, technologies and businesses that will drive the country’s next phase of growth.