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Alliance Group announces record exceeding €423million in sales for 2024
Alliance Real Estate Group has announced an industry record exceeding €423 million in property sales for 2024. It cites the success of its branch expansion and optimisation strategy and its focus on sales and letting expertise.
Med.tv: A new lens on the Mediterranean
With a diverse background in law, diplomacy, and business, Anton Tabone discusses with MONEY the launch of Med.tv, a pan-Mediterranean TV channel aimed at showcasing the region's culture, history, and diversity. From addressing challenges to fostering inclusivity, Tabone shares his vision for creating a platform that connects and represents the Mediterranean on a global scale.
Democracy is dead. Long live democracy.
The phrase "Democracy is dead. Long live democracy" has perhaps never felt more poignant than it does now. With the inauguration of Donald Trump as President of the United States, the world—and America itself—finds itself at a crossroads. As MONEY explores in this piece, his rise to power not only marks a seismic shift in the nation's political landscape but also underscores the transition of the United States from a democracy to what many are calling an oligarchy.
From strategy to security: Military expertise for today's businesses
From training elite operatives to guiding businesses through modern challenges, SOAG stands at the crossroads of strategy and innovation. CEO Patrick Shaerrer discusses the company's mission to empower EU agencies and businesses with advanced training and security solutions, highlighting how military principles redefine operational excellence and resilience.
Rising Strong: Tales of two resilient women
Dayna Camilleri Clarke caught up with Lorinda Mamo and Claire Sammut to explore the stories of two remarkable women who exemplify the true essence of resilience, sharing their triumph, strength, and unyielding determination, irrespective of the odds.
The Remarkable Collective: Rewriting Malta's Business Legacy
Dr Beverly Cutajar, Rachel Pool, and Mike Roberts unveil their transformative vision for Maltese businesses to compete and thrive globally. In an exclusive with MONEY, the dynamic trio shares the inception and aspirations of The Remarkable Collective—a groundbreaking professional services brand aiming to redefine talent, training, and recruitment strategies for a more competitive Malta.
Visionaries: Predictions and Hopes for 2025
The results of the June European Parliament elections showed that many issues affected our quality of life, transcending partisan politics. Thousands of people wanted to flag the aspects that bothered or worried them. Vanessa Macdonald spoke to some experts to find out what could be done in 2025…
FROM SUCCESS TO SUSTAINABILITY: A ROADMAP FOR VALLETTA AND THE GRAND HARBOUR
Malta's Valletta and Grand Harbour areas are crossroads between preservation and growth. As experts weigh in, it becomes clear that while significant progress has been made, a unified, long-term strategy is essential to unlocking their full potential. Victor Calleja explores the path forward through the eyes of industry leaders.
From compliance to competitive edge: The Digital Product Passport
Eng. Stephen Mallia explores the EU's transformative initiative to boost transparency and sustainability in global trade. The Digital Product Passport (DPP) empowers consumers and streamlines supply chains by embedding detailed lifecycle data into products. It strengthens ESG practices, offering businesses a competitive edge in an increasingly transparent marketplace.
Malta heads to further business consolidations
Thomas Cremona takes a deep dive into Malta's evolving business landscape, where consolidation is becoming the norm. With family succession declining, regulatory demands rising, and foreign competition increasing, Maltese businesses are navigating a new era. Cremona examines how strategic mergers can drive growth, efficiency, and resilience in this dynamic environment.
A manifesto on manifestos
Richard Muscat Azzopardi explores the hidden costs of misaligned business relationships, arguing that tension should fuel growth, not drain energy, and advocates for creating a values-driven manifesto to guide partnerships. Aligning on core principles can minimise stress, boost productivity, and foster long-term business success.
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.
Tangentopoli
In Tangentopoli, Manuel Delia examines Italy's 1990s corruption scandal that toppled its First Republic, revealing a system fueled by kickbacks from public contracts and compromised governance. The investigation, Mani Pulite (Clean Hands), exposed deep political rot, drawing parallels to Malta's current challenges, where political financing and corruption scandals echo those of Italy's past, highlighting the urgent need for transparency and reform to safeguard democratic integrity.
Why transparency works
The real estate industry is undergoing a seismic shift driven by technology and evolving investor expectations. Justin Mizzi, head property valuer and advisor at Archi+, and Bradley George Tayne, co-franchise owner at Zanzi Prime, explore why transparency is essential for a competitive edge, how PropTech is revolutionising market data, and what Malta must do to adapt to the demands of a new generation of investors.
Budget 2025: A consumption fix, but where's the vision?
In his analysis of Malta's 2025 budget, economist JP Fabri highlights its focus on stimulating consumption through tax cuts and social handouts. While these measures provide short-term socio-economic relief, Malta risks undermining its long-term economic resilience and competitiveness without significant investments in productivity-enhancing reforms.
Who really wins?
MONEY delves into the SiGMA conference, a marquee event touted as a boon for Malta's economy. But as residents endure gridlocked streets and disrupted routines, we ask: does this event serve the "greater good," or is it a spectacle benefiting the gaming elite at the public's expense?
FDI in focus: EY survey reveals Malta's strengths and weak spots
Malta's investment landscape is spotlighted in EY's 20th Attractiveness Survey. Despite 70% of foreign investors planning to stay, challenges like talent shortages, rising costs, and infrastructure woes persist. MONEY analyses the findings, highlighting the factors driving investor confidence and the critical areas that demand immediate attention.
Data, regulation and digital transformation: Data-driven growth at the Housing Authority
Malta's private rental market has transformed remarkably, fueled by digital innovation and a surge in foreign tenants. Matthew Zerafa, chief executive officer and Brian Micallef, executive head responsible for digitalisation, legal and communications, explain how the Housing Authority's efforts—ranging from rent registers to dashboards—are setting new standards for transparency, streamlining processes, and shaping policies through data-driven insights.
BRICS: The new kid on the (power) block
Malta, a Mediterranean island famed for its sun-drenched shores and strategic location, is navigating an increasingly complex global landscape. As this small island stands on the sidelines of global power plays, the emergence of BRICS—a formidable alliance of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—brings glittering opportunities and shadowy challenges. So, what does this all mean for Malta? MONEY takes a closer look at how BRICS might shape the future of this resilient island.
Is Malta's competitiveness in crisis?
Victor Calleja interviews six of Malta's leading economic minds: Marthese Portelli, CEO of the Malta Chamber; Marisa Xuereb, former president of the Malta Chamber; Paul Bonello, economist; Ronald Attard, EY Malta country managing partner; Norman Aquilina, group chief executive of Farsons Group; and Chris Vassallo Cesareo, president of the Malta Chamber, to discuss Malta's economic journey over the past two decades as an EU member and its future challenges.