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Investment trends to watch: Opportunities for 2025
Mainstream investments like technology, healthcare, and real estate remain foundational to many portfolios. Investors increasingly look at "out-of-the-box" trends that could redefine industries and generate significant returns. Paul Rostkowski highlights a blend of traditional and unconventional investment driven by innovation, societal shifts, and global economic developments.
Beyond Attractiveness Scores: Malta's path to private equity and venture capital success
Paul Rostkowski examines Malta's untapped potential in private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC). While known for its affordability and business-friendly environment, he argues that Malta must redefine itself through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration to emerge as a leading jurisdiction for transformative investment opportunities.
Quo vadis? The future of malta's economy
What lies ahead for Malta's financial services in the coming years? We now have a national strategy, but Vanessa Macdonald asked some of the country's influential stakeholders how they see things.
Triple Coverage
Dayna Camilleri Clarke recently had the opportunity to sit down with the executive directors, Mark Jr. and Keith Laferla, along with senior management team member Kevin Laferla. During their discussion, they delved into the pillars of their success, the impact of family dynamics on their business, and their exciting plans for pioneering innovation in the years to come.
Revolutionising electronic banking, the 50-year journey of card business and e-banking at BOV
The card business and e-banking have revolutionised the financial sector, bringing unparalleled convenience and accessibility to clients. At Bank of Valletta, these advancements have been pivotal, marking significant milestones in the bank's history and the local market. To delve deeper into this evolution, we sat down with Chris Degabriele, Head of E-Banking at Bank of Valletta.
From barriers to boardrooms
The battle of the sexes rages on, especially in the business arena. Sarah Curmi, Maria Cauchi Delia, and Rose Marie Azzopardi are all involved in the world of finance and economics, albeit in different areas. Giselle Borg Olivier speaks to these three women about women's (developing) role in the finance industry.
Open banking: Lessons from the UK and the road ahead
Open banking has revolutionised the financial sector globally, with the UK setting a prime example of successful implementation. Despite this, Malta lags. JP Fabri explores how Malta can learn from the UK's experience to foster innovation, enhance efficiency, and understand the pivotal role of the government in overcoming potential market limitations.
From bricks to bonds
Over recent years, local investors have increased their focus on the Maltese real estate market. This attention highlights planning concerns, oversupply issues, and housing affordability challenges. Josef Cutajar, financial analyst, and Justin Mizzi, real estate valuer, on the central role of real estate in the Maltese capital market.
Between the grey and the white
Manuel Delia investigates how the changes in regulation and oversight have reshaped industries, often with severe consequences for smaller businesses and charities.
Malta's next 20 years: Building a future-ready economy
This year marks Malta's 20th anniversary of EU membership, which has driven significant transformation and unparalleled growth. Theo Dix reflects on the nation's journey and plans for a sustainable and prosperous future amidst rising population and economic challenges.
MONEYBASE BUSINESS REVOLUTIONISES FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FOR BUSINESSES
Moneybase CEO Alan Cushieri provides insights on this game-changing solution in this exclusive interview with Money, which also explores the financial revolution that Moneybase Business has brought about.
WHEN ACTION SPEAKS LOUDER THAN WORDS
Over six months have passed since the Malta Financial Services Advisory Council launched its strategy. Vanessa Macdonald caught up with its chairman, Joseph Zammit Tabona, to see what has happened since then.
NAVIGATING MALTA'S BUSINESS LANDSCAPE: ASSET MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVE
Paul Rostkowski unravels asset managers' challenges, from navigating complex regulatory frameworks to grappling with limitations in banking services and depositary options, and sheds light on the anticipated impact of AIFMD II.
AI-DRIVEN ASSET ALLOCATION
Paul Rostkowski delves into the realm of AI-driven asset allocation, an application that harnesses the formidable capabilities of machine learning to optimise investment portfolios. By seamlessly melding cutting-edge technology with financial strategy, AI-driven asset allocation offers a powerful tool for seasoned investors and those venturing into the market.
NURSING THE ECONOMY
When the Malta Development Bank was being planned, few could have anticipated the impact its schemes would have once COVID-19 and the Ukraine crisis hit. Its chairman, Josef Bonnici, explains to Vanessa Macdonald how much has been achieved over the past few years.
MALTA’S FIRST DIGITAL PAYMENTS APP
Money speaks to Alan Cuschieri, co-CEO of Calamata Cuschieri and founder of Moneybase, to learn more about the new brand and platform's offering.
POLITICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPERATIVES IN A POST-COVID-19 REALITY
Based on a series of interviews with leading economic and risk experts, Professor Colin Lawrence and Paul Bonello, Lea Hogg distils their hard-hitting advice for the government and businesses.
MANAGING RISK FOR A STRONGER SECTOR
Malta's greylisting has undoubtedly harmed Malta's reputation as the jurisdiction for iGaming. However, Malta still offers a mature iGaming ecosystem with solid knowledge and expertise within the sector available on the Island. "Therefore, we must keep working at ensuring good corporate governance is implemented across the iGaming industry to mitigate risk and ensure an ethical and socially responsible environment is fostered amongst iGaming companies," says Andrew Naudi from Getgovernanz.
A PENNY SAVED IS A PENNY EARNED
They say it is as useful to save money that you already have as it is to earn more. Vanessa Macdonald, the communications coordinator of the Central Bank of Malta, explains the theory behind this.