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MFSA and government advance auto-enrolment pension framework design
Regulation
Finance

MFSA and government advance auto-enrolment pension framework design

The MFSA confirms progress on a new auto-enrolment occupational pensions framework, with key decisions pending on cost structures, consumer safeguards, and cross-border mobility.

21 May 2026
Malta's captive insurance market grew 200% but faces its toughest regulatory test yet
Regulation
Finance

Malta's captive insurance market grew 200% but faces its toughest regulatory test yet

Malta's captive insurance sector has grown over 200% since 2016. Now the Solvency II 2027 reforms will decide if it can keep its edge.

20 May 2026
Malta Airport locks €100m in debt financing to fund €345m expansion
Investment
Finance

Malta Airport locks €100m in debt financing to fund €345m expansion

Malta International Airport secures €100 million in loans to fund its largest expansion since privatisation, including the East Expansion and SkyParks 2 project.

20 May 2026
MFSA code of conduct ties governance failures to sanctions for leaders
Regulation
Finance

MFSA code of conduct ties governance failures to sanctions for leaders

The MFSA's new code of conduct for decision makers in financial services explicitly links governance failures to regulatory sanctions, raising the stakes for boards and executives.

12 May 2026
Record property sales put housing policy in election spotlight
Regulation
Real Estate

Record property sales put housing policy in election spotlight

Promise of Sale agreements hit record values in April, with the MDA calling on political parties to adopt balanced housing policies during the election campaign.

10 May 2026
MDA hits back over affordable housing tender stance, says better model could cut prices
Regulation
Real Estate

MDA hits back over affordable housing tender stance, says better model could cut prices

The Malta Development Association clarifies its opposition to affordable housing tenders, arguing a fairer structure could lower prices for buyers.

07 May 2026
Italy's bingo crisis deepens as regulator warns of market failure
Regulation
iGaming

Italy's bingo crisis deepens as regulator warns of market failure

Italy's competition watchdog has flagged serious regulatory failures in bingo, warning the framework threatens legal certainty and investment.

05 May 2026
Malta Gains Ground as International Capital Flows Shift Toward the Mediterranean
Economy
Finance

Malta Gains Ground as International Capital Flows Shift Toward the Mediterranean

Malta is emerging as a destination for family offices and fund managers, driven by its EU regulatory framework, geographic position, and growing professional services ecosystem.

28 Apr 2026
EU Reaches PSD3 and PSR Compromise: What It Means for Malta
Regulation
Finance

EU Reaches PSD3 and PSR Compromise: What It Means for Malta

The EU's final compromise on PSD3 and PSR tightens harmonisation, adds crypto rules and strengthens consumer transparency. Maltese payment firms face new compliance obligations.

28 Apr 2026
Malta's North America tourism chief wins global award as US arrivals quadruple
Tourism
Hospitality

Malta's North America tourism chief wins global award as US arrivals quadruple

Michelle Buttigieg named Destination Leader of the Year as US and Canadian arrivals increase fourfold since 2014.

27 Apr 2026
MTA hosts Cross-Re-Tour event, €30,000 grants for green tourism SMEs
Tourism
Hospitality

MTA hosts Cross-Re-Tour event, €30,000 grants for green tourism SMEs

Malta Tourism Authority hosted an international event for the EU-funded Cross-Re-Tour project, showcasing green and digital solutions for SMEs. 10 Maltese companies received grants of up to €30,000.

22 Apr 2026
Superyacht sector boost as VisitMalta lands Navigator Destination award
Tourism
Maritime

Superyacht sector boost as VisitMalta lands Navigator Destination award

VisitMalta wins Navigator Excellence Award for Destination at Seatrade Cruise Global 2026, underscoring Malta's top-tier superyacht credentials.

21 Apr 2026