Tracking economy for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Tourism · EconomyMalta welcomed over 4 million tourists in 2025, led by a shoulder-season surge. Discover how jammed roads, utilities and soaring rents are prompting tougher visitor caps.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover how Uno Club's new 50-year Ta' Qali lease and €431K fine will channel millions into Malta’s coffers, with noise controls unchanged.
Economy · TransportationMalta is pressing Brussels for an ‘island clause’ to ease the new EU maritime carbon levy, limit import-price hikes and safeguard port jobs—find out what’s at stake.
Economy · TransportationSaqqajja roadworks slash diner footfall in Rabat by 80%, hiding restaurants behind metal walls. Learn survival ideas, compensation, and project deadlines.
Environment · EconomyAfter a 17.6% waste surge to 3.5 M tonnes, Malta will roll out new disposal charges, pay-as-you-throw levies and bin fines. Learn how these changes could hit Maltese household budgets.
EconomyLearn how Maltese strategist Noreen Burroughes’s MBE opens UK trade to women-led SMEs in Malta with OWIT mentorship, €3k export grants and Valletta workshops.
Economy · National NewsA Valletta woman is jailed 13 months in Malta court after €1,197 cheque forgery; learn how banks tighten ID checks and why digital payments are safer. See why.
Economy · National NewsIMF okays two-year budget reviews, but Malta wrestles with soaring rents, a 14.5 price-to-income gap and shrinking housing stock—what’s next for residents?
Economy · PoliticsExplore Malta's new €250,000 mortgage-deposit scheme for first-time buyers, plus tips for coping with soaring rents, looming vacancy levies and housing supply.