Economy · PoliticsEU Push to Move Savings Into Investments Sparks Debate for Maltese Savers
EU’s new SIU initiative urges savers to shift funds from bank accounts to investments. Here’s how it affects Maltese households and what you need to know.
Articles by David Vella
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Economy · TechMalta's Fintech Future Depends on Substance, Not Just Licenses
A MiCA license is just the beginning. Discover what truly matters for fintech firms in Malta — banking access, local talent, and real operational presence.
Economy · National NewsMalta's Property Boom Pushes Prices to 14.5 Times Average Income
Malta property prices soar to 14.5x average income as incentives fuel speculation. Learn how tax breaks and Airbnb growth impact residents.
Economy · National NewsMalta's Economic Model Hits Breaking Point as Infrastructure Falters
Malta’s population-driven growth model is straining infrastructure, healthcare, and public finances—here’s how it’s impacting residents’ daily lives and what lies ahead.
Politics · EconomyEU Billions at Risk as Rule of Law Concerns Threaten Malta's Funding
€2.4bn in EU funds at risk for Malta. Rule of law concerns could freeze infrastructure and climate projects. What residents need to know.
Politics · EconomyMalta's Fishers Win Fairer Competition as EU Cracks Down on Foreign Fleets
New EU law brings drone surveillance and digitized tracking to fisheries, protecting local fishers from foreign vessels exploiting looser regulations.
Economy · National NewsEC English Shuts Down Globally: 100 Malta Jobs Lost as Students Seek Transfers
Major language school EC English ceases global operations, affecting 100 Malta staff. FELTOM coordinates student transfers to local schools.
Economy · National NewsMalta Property Sales Hit €407 Million as First-Time Buyer Grants Drive Demand
Malta's property market hit a record €407.3 million in August. Learn how new grants and tax breaks for first-time buyers are reshaping the housing landscape.
EconomyMalta's Workforce Hits Record High as Salaries Outpace Inflation
Malta's workforce reaches 340,000 with salaries rising 6.2%. Discover what record employment and wage growth mean for residents and job seekers in 2026.
National News · EconomyMalta's Population Boom: Why Your Commute and Rent Are Getting Worse
Former minister warns Malta's growth model is unsustainable. Residents face rising rents, traffic gridlock, and strained services as population surges.
Economy · National NewsWhy Malta's Employers Are Resisting More Frequent Cost-of-Living Adjustments
Employers push back on twice-yearly COLA proposals, citing business uncertainty, while agreeing the inflation basket may need updating for modern expenses.
Economy · Digital LifestyleMalta’s Self-Employed Parents Can Now Take 4 Months of Paid Leave
Self-employed parents in Malta can now claim up to 4 months of tax-free parental leave. Learn eligibility, payment amounts, and how to apply before May 2026.