In October 2023, the picturesque island of Malta witnessed a remarkable surge in tourism, with the total number of nights spent by visitors soaring by an impressive 30.7% compared to the same month in 2022, ultimately surpassing the 2 million nights milestone. This surge paints a vibrant picture of Malta's growing appeal as a travel destination....
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Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 30, 2023
Malta’s Tariff System on Groundwater
The Maltese government is set to introduce a revolutionary tariff system on groundwater abstraction through boreholes, accompanied by substantial incentives for users transitioning to more sustainable water sources. Despite persistent...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 28, 2023
Public Sector Workers COLA Boost
In a move toward equitable compensation, public sector workers are set to benefit from a €6.41 weekly increase to bridge the gap between their collective agreements and the full Cost...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 27, 2023
Malta’s Escalating Debt Crisis
The economic landscape of Malta has been cast into a shadow of uncertainty as the nation grapples with a burgeoning debt crisis. As of October's conclusion, the debt has snowballed...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 24, 2023
Malta’s Debt Edges Closer to €10 Billion
In a recent announcement by the National Statistics Office (NSO), Malta's Central Government debt reached €9,680.9 million at the end of October 2023. This marks a substantial increase of €942.9...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 22, 2023
EU Urges Malta to Reevaluate Energy Support
The European Commission has extended an invitation to Malta, urging the country to phase out its existing energy support measures. The move is in response to concerns over Malta's government...
NEWS Malta, Taxation
November 21, 2023
Malta’s Emissions Tax Challenge
As the countdown to January 2024 begins, the Maltese maritime industry finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with the ominous shadow cast by the upcoming European Union (EU) emissions tax...
NEWS Malta, Tourism
November 20, 2023
Malta Film Commission Controversy
In a recent development in the Maltese Parliament, Tourism Minister Clayton Bartolo presented an abridged version of the Malta Film Commission's economic impact assessment. This move has stirred controversy as...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 19, 2023
Budget 2024: Impact on Malta’s Middle Class
In the aftermath of the recent budget announcement, a contentious debate has emerged regarding its impact on the middle class in Malta and Gozo. While the Opposition argues a disregard...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 7, 2023
Air Malta’s Early Retirement Financial Burden
The government of Malta is grappling with the financial burden imposed by the early retirement schemes for Air Malta employees, which are projected to cost an astonishing €92.5 million in...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
November 7, 2023
Malta Budget 2024
The Malta Budget 2024 was unveiled in Parliament on October 30, 2023, by the Minister for Finance and Employment. This annual fiscal plan outlines various proposals that, upon approval by...
Local SEO
November 4, 2023
A Guide to Optimizing Local Listings for SEO Success
Local SEO has become increasingly vital for businesses aiming to thrive in their respective communities. A crucial aspect of local SEO is managing and optimizing local listings to ensure maximum...
NEWS Malta
November 3, 2023
Vehicle Listings On Google Now Made Easy!
Google is known to always make efforts to simplify things for its users. The result of one such effort was seen last month, when the search engine giant rolled out...
SEO Techniques
November 2, 2023
Your No-Sweat Guide to SEO-Safe Website Migration!
Migrating your website to a new platform can feel like navigating through a minefield, especially when it comes to preserving your hard-earned SEO. It's a delicate process, with significant risks....
OFF-PAGE SEO
November 1, 2023
Google Introduces Two New Business Profile Attributes for Diversity!
If a business happens to be owned by individuals with disabilities or Indigenous communities, they can now make that known on their Business Profile. This means that Google gives you...
Business News, NEWS Malta
October 27, 2023
Malta’s SMEs Concerns Over Economy
The third quarter of 2023 has brought forth concerning sentiments among Malta's Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). According to the latest SME Barometer results presented by The Malta Chamber of...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
October 27, 2023
Malta – €52 Million Deficit in 2023
The National Statistics Office (NSO) recently released financial data for the period spanning from January to September 2023. The figures unveiled a deficit of €52 million, marking a concerning trend...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
October 24, 2023
A Closer Look at Malta’s Inflation Challenge
In recent times, the Maltese economy has been facing significant challenges, with inflation being a prominent concern. The annual inflation rate, as measured by the Retail Price Index (RPI), witnessed...
Companies - People - Affiliates, iGaming News
October 10, 2023
Interkassa at Sigma Malta 2023
In the vibrant world of iGaming, where innovation and convenience are paramount, Interkassa is set to make a significant impact at Sigma Malta 2023, a major industry event scheduled from...
OFF-PAGE SEO
October 4, 2023
Navigating Google Maps’ Updated Policies: What Businesses Need to Know
In a proactive move last month, Google rolled out noteworthy updates to its Maps User Contributed Content Policy, sharpening its focus on prohibited & restricted content. If you rely on...
OFF-PAGE SEO, ON-PAGE SEO
October 3, 2023
Everything About Google’s Latest Helpful Content Update
Recently, Google rolled out its latest Helpful Content Update (HCU) with an improved classifier, which began on September 14 and ended on September 28. According to Google, the HCU classifier...
SEO Techniques
October 1, 2023
ChatGPT just got a whole lot smarter and more versatile!
In the previous month, various news outlets highlighted significant improvements made to OpenAI's ChatGPT. These enhancements enable ChatGPT to engage in web browsing, react to audio cues, and process images....
NEWS Malta
September 28, 2023
EU MED9 Summit Gathers in Malta
The EU MED9 Summit is set to take place in Malta on Friday, bringing together the leaders of several EU member states, with a focus on Mediterranean countries. This significant...
Finance News, NEWS Malta
September 27, 2023
Malta’s Economic Growth Forecast
Malta is poised to maintain a robust long-term economic growth trend of 4%, according to Finance Minister Clyde Caruana. Speaking during the launch of the public consultation for the government's...
Business News, NEWS Malta
September 26, 2023
The Mafia’s Money Laundering Game
In a narrative straight out of a Martin Scorsese film, the tale of Sicilian Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who spent 30 years on the run before his recent capture,...
NEWS Malta, Tourism
September 26, 2023
Modica’s Chocolate Museum Honors Malta
In a delightful convergence of culture and confectionery, the Chocolate Museum in Modica, Italy, recently unveiled a remarkable high-relief sculpture crafted entirely from pure chocolate. This chocolate masterpiece, standing proudly...
NEWS Malta
September 26, 2023
EU’s Groundbreaking Design Protection Reforms
In a monumental development set to reshape the landscape of design protection, Minister Silvio Schembri has warmly welcomed the consensus reached by the EU27 on forward-thinking regulations. These regulations are...