Tracking economy for Malta — coverage from the newsroom in Valletta.
Tourism · EconomyAction film transforms Marsaxlokk July 8-10, 2026. Road closures, boat relocations, pyrotechnic noise alerts. What residents and business owners must do now.
Transportation · EconomyDelta's direct JFK-Malta flights launched June 2026, bringing high-spending American business travelers and conference delegates to transform the island's tourism economy
Economy · Digital LifestyleMalta's fiscal council validates 3.7% growth for 2026, but warns productivity fell 0.8% in 2025. Digital upskilling and infrastructure investment now critical.
Economy · PoliticsMalta gains priority access to EU funding for housing, energy & blue economy under new 2026 island strategies. What residents should know about these changes.
Economy · National NewsMalta's wage growth is slowing as productivity falls to 1.4%. Discover how sectoral shifts, rising inflation to 2.7%, and policy changes will impact your income in 2026.
Economy · National NewsS&P reaffirms Malta's A- rating without fresh analysis. Stable outlook protects spending, but €150M energy subsidies remain key fiscal risk for residents.
Tourism · EconomyDelta's 2026 nonstop New York-Malta route brings American tourists averaging €1,227 spending per trip. How this direct flight reshapes the island's economy.
Politics · EconomyEU welfare systems under pressure could impact Malta cross-border workers, pensions & housing. Understand the 2026 changes & what they mean for you.
Economy · EnvironmentTemu joins Malta's EPR scheme. E-waste and packaging costs shift from taxpayers to online sellers. What expats and residents need to know about 2026 regulations.