
Developer Carlo Stivala has emerged as a potential buyer of the long abandoned St Philip’s Hospital, a large and strategically located private healthcare facility that has remained vacant for more than a decade. The development has surfaced during ongoing liquidation proceedings involving the hospital’s owning company and has prompted renewed judicial scrutiny over how creditor interests should be balanced against private negotiations....
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NEWS Malta
September 16, 2025
APS Bank rights issue reduces Maltese Church influence
The influence of the Maltese Church on APS Bank, Malta’s third-largest financial institution, is expected to diminish significantly following a planned rights issue scheduled for completion by the end of...
Banking, NEWS Malta
September 3, 2025
CrediaBank Share Surge Ahead of HSBC Malta Deal
Shares of CrediaBank SA, listed on the Athens Stock Exchange, experienced an unusual surge in trading activity during the four weeks preceding the official announcement by HSBC, selecting the Greek...
NEWS Malta
August 25, 2025
HSBC Malta sale to Greek CrediaBank raises concerns
The proposed takeover of HSBC Bank Malta by the Greek lender CrediaBank S.A., previously operating under the name Attica Bank, has sparked considerable discussion and concern across Malta’s financial and...
NEWS Malta
May 12, 2025
RS2 Emerges as Leading Bidder for HSBC Malta
A high-stakes acquisition process is underway as RS2, a Malta-based international payments solutions provider, has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire HSBC Malta. This potential deal could reshape the country’s...
NEWS Malta
May 5, 2025
APS withdraws HSBC bid after government opposition
APS Bank’s failed attempt to acquire HSBC Malta has ignited political and ecclesiastical controversy, following revelations that Finance Minister Clyde Caruana personally blocked the deal. This move stands in stark...
Banking
April 21, 2025
The State of Consumer Banking in Malta
Most consumers in Malta rely on a robust banking system to manage their finances and facilitate everyday transactions. Understanding the current landscape of consumer banking in Malta is crucial for...
NEWS Malta
March 26, 2025
HSBC Malta sale faces regulatory and financial hurdles
Malta’s banking sector is at a crossroads as HSBC, the country’s second-largest bank, continues its search for a buyer. The potential acquisition of HSBC’s Malta operations has sparked widespread speculation,...
Banking, NEWS Malta
November 28, 2024
HSBC receives bidders for Malta bank stake sale
HSBC Holdings has confirmed receiving multiple expressions of interest from potential buyers for its 70% indirect shareholding in HSBC Bank Malta. This development marks a pivotal moment for the future...
NEWS Malta
October 14, 2024
HSBC Malta and Rotary Club Combat Littering
The HSBC Malta Foundation is playing a vital role in supporting Rotary Club Malta’s anti-litter campaign, which has been widely embraced by children participating in summer schools across the Maltese...
Banking, NEWS Malta
September 12, 2024
HSBC Malta Seeks Clarity Amid APS Acquisition Rumors
In recent developments surrounding HSBC Malta, the bank has denied any awareness of ongoing negotiations regarding a potential sale to APS Bank plc. This statement, issued late on Wednesday night,...
Banking, NEWS Malta
July 15, 2024
Trends in Malta’s Banking Sector
With its strong reputation for #financial stability and innovation, #Malta's banking sector plays a vital role in the country's #economy. This article provides an insightful analysis of the key players...
Banking, Finance News
January 2, 2024
The Future of HSBC Malta
In the wake of persistent rumors regarding HSBC Malta's potential departure from the country, the newly appointed CEO, Geoffrey Fichte, has emphatically asserted the bank's long-term commitment to the Maltese...

























