Tax revenue up by €213 million, burden eases to 33% of GDP
In 2015, the tax burden for Malta was 33.7 per cent of GDP, which is slightly lower when compared to the total tax burden recorded in 2014 (34%)
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Bonds fell across the board in major markets, as did stocks which were spooked by a poll that put Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton by 1 point in the US election
Fiscal Advisory Council urges government to ‘remain vigilant’ in its spending

Generally positive outlook with macroeconomic targets laid out in 2016 Budget likely to be met

Generally positive outlook with macroeconomic targets laid...

CELTA courses opens door for EFL careers

The CELTA course consists of training sessions delivered by expert Cambridge-certified trainers, observations and teaching practice in a real teaching context

The CELTA course consists of training sessions delivered by...

Market Commentary  |  Goodbye August, thanks

European markets struggled for direction on Wednesday, as shares darted between...

European markets struggled for direction on Wednesday, as...

MIDI Group registers 41% drop in turnover

MIDI Group registered a turnover of €3.91 million, reflecting lower...

MIDI Group registered a turnover of €3.91 million,...

Global Ports Holding appoints new chief operating officer

Global Ports Holding, the majority shareholder of Valletta Cruise Port...

Global Ports Holding, the majority shareholder of Valletta...

Volume of fish landings increases by 126%

The volume of fish landings in 2016 increased by 125.9% over the corresponding...

The volume of fish landings in 2016 increased by 125.9%...

Challenges facing hospitality and the economy

A PKF study acknowledges that social partners have to pull the same rope with...

A PKF study acknowledges that social partners have to pull...

Former BBC Newsnight anchorman Jeremy Paxman is EY keynote speaker

Journalist and writer Jeremy Paxman will be keynote speaker at EY conference on...

Journalist and writer Jeremy Paxman will be keynote speaker...

Vodafone introduces fixed internet and telephone for homes and offices

Following communication with customers about their needs, Vodafone Malta is introducing fixed internet and telephony for homes and offices

Following communication with customers about their...

International Hotel Investments reports increased interim profits

IHI Group reports 23% increase in six-monthly profits rising to €22 million

IHI Group reports 23% increase in six-monthly profits...

[WATCH] Drought sees 35% of indigenous vines dry out

Low rainfall levels lead to 25% reduction in Marsovin wine production

Low rainfall levels lead to 25% reduction in Marsovin wine...

Maltese ‘never leave home without their Visa’

The Maltese are more likely than any other European to have a credit card, to...

The Maltese are more likely than any other European to have...

Property prices up by 67% since 2001, leaving average-wage earners behind

The 15.4% rise in property value between 2013 and 2015 has only been countered by an 8.87% increase in average national salary

The 15.4% rise in property value between 2013 and 2015 has...

Despite drop in guests, four-star hotels retain largest share of visitors

Total guests and nights spent in collective accommodation establishments during June 2016 declined by 2.6% and 2.8% respectively when compared to the...

Total guests and nights spent in collective accommodation...

Facebook Trending News editors dismissed, algorithim promotes ‘fake’ news

Facebook Trending News editors replaced by automated algorithim leading to offensive and false news stories being promoted over the weekend  

Facebook Trending News editors replaced by automated...

Market Commentary  |  Investors digest latest Fed pronouncements

European shares traded in negative territory on Monday, as top Federal Reserve...

European shares traded in negative territory on Monday, as...

Chamber hails ‘business-boosting’ €140 million green energy plan

Chamber of Commerce welcomes government's plan to invest €140 million on premium payments to renewable energy operators as one that will boost...

Chamber of Commerce welcomes government's plan to...

Pork production plummets by 10.4%

27,602 pigs were slaughtered between January and June of this year, down from the 30,402 pigs that were killed in 2015

27,602 pigs were slaughtered between January and June of...