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TCN Wage Data Shows 75% Earn €20,000 or Less, Contradicting PM's Claim
New data reveals that 75% of third-country nationals in Malta earn €20,000 or less, challenging the Prime Minister's assertion that they are not poorly paid.

MHRA warns tourism cannot carry Malta's budget burden alone
MHRA said Budget 2027 places an unfair share of the burden on tourism businesses while state spending keeps rising.

2027 Budget Theme 'Malta Miegħek' Ties Subsidies to Family Focus
PM Abela announced 'Malta Miegħek' as the 2027 Budget theme, promising family financial security while energy subsidies remain and new taxes stay possible.

Budget 2026 delivery hits 86% as government eyes 90% by year-end
Government has implemented 86% of Budget 2026 measures, with the figure expected to reach 90% by year-end, according to a report presented to Finance Minister Clyde Caruana.

Malta Chamber takes Pre-Budget 2027 reform pitch to Opposition
The Malta Chamber presented its 'RESET & LEAD' document to Alex Borg, urging a National Agreement on long-term strategic priorities.

MED9 business federations push for island-focused Blue Economy strategy
Malta Chamber and MBB join MED9 business groups in demanding EU budget and Blue Economy policies that prioritise islands and tourism.

Malta's tourism GDP growth tops Europe as WTTC summit opens in Valletta
Malta recorded the highest tourism GDP growth in Europe in 2025, as the WTTC Global Summit 2026 opens in Valletta with over 1,000 delegates.

Malta Chamber hits back: State policy, not business, drove foreign labour reliance
The Malta Chamber rejects claims that businesses prefer cheap foreign labour, arguing a decade of state policy built the current model.

PN leader puts Malta's untapped maritime potential in political spotlight
The PN leader says Malta's maritime sector has significant untapped potential, putting the industry back on the political agenda. What it means for business remains to be seen.

Budget 2027: €400 million energy support commitment shapes business outlook
Stable energy prices remain central to the government’s economic plans, as employers await clarity on wage adjustments and further household support.

Tourist arrivals surge 14.7% in August but per capita spending dips
Malta welcomed 539,655 tourists in August 2026, up 14.7% year-on-year, but average spending per visitor fell to €937 for the January-August period, NSO data shows.

Central Bank flags softer business conditions as property demand stays strong
Business conditions dip slightly but industrial production and tourism remain solid. Property demand stays strong while supply permits fall.