BN Talks

‘At the heart of Melita’s B2B approach is a partnership mentality’ – Robert Runza, Director of Business Development

October 14, 2025
by Ramona Depares

Melita has built a strategy that goes beyond cost-effectiveness to deliver top-tier, purpose-built services.

From halls to packed streets: How tomobla is reinventing itself for a new generation

October 12, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Eyes down, marker held strong, and hopes high!

Malta’s milk heritage celebrated in new book

October 10, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The book 'captures the rich heritage and evolving story of a product that has nourished generations and shaped local traditions'

Deloitte caught using hallucinating AI in report for Australian Government

October 10, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

The firm has since agreed to refund the final instalment of its contract

Malta eyes Ireland’s permanent Basic Income Scheme for artists as a model for local policy

October 10, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

The initiative provides artists with a steady weekly income, allowing them to focus on their creative work without financial stress

Streaming up, spending down: MCA survey highlights shifting TV habits in Malta

October 9, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Maltese households are embracing streaming platforms while traditional pay-TV spending continues to decline

Iniala awarded Malta’s first two Michelin Keys

October 9, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Just like the famous Michelin Stars for restaurants, the Keys are the culmination evaluation by the Guide's independent inspectors

Blogs
Edward Rizzo
Edward Rizzo

Will the rally last?

Edward Rizzo

Assessing a company’s leverage

September 25, 2025
by Edward Rizzo

Investors should consider a company’s leverage when contemplating an investment in a new bond, says Edward Rizzo

Edward Rizzo
Edward Rizzo

In need of equity

September 18, 2025
by Edward Rizzo

Bond issuers in Malta need to understand ‘they cannot rely solely on borrowings to fuel their growth,’ says Edward Rizzo

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Birgu businesses welcome the return of Birgufest after last year’s cancellation

October 9, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Local business owners say the festival’s comeback is bringing renewed energy

Marsaskala apartment block near UCA approved despite concerns about excessive height and volume

October 8, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

It has been flagged by the case officer and the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage

Meta ban on political advertising in Europe goes into effect

October 8, 2025
by Adel Montanaro

As of this week, local politicians and activists are no longer able to run advertising on Facebook and Instagram

Interconnector energy imports rise 50% in 2024

October 8, 2025
by Robert Fenech

Malta’s power plants generated 8.7% less electricity last year as interconnector imports and renewable sources increased

Malta has EU’s tightest grip on cash – but times are a-changing

October 6, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Malta leads the way in the Eurozone for cash use - despite a recent surge in digital payments

Fortina Group claims €8.1 million paid for Sliema site waiver ‘significantly above fair value’

October 6, 2025
by Nicole Zammit

Fortina says it would have paid a maximum of €4.7 million under today's valuation rules

Planning reforms ‘sideline’ architects – KTP

October 6, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

Malta is one of only two European countries without such a National Architecture Policy

Maltese shrug off Trump’s paracetamol-autism link, pharmacists report ‘no concern’

October 3, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

A spot-check found that the panic from the baseless claim hasn't reached the majority of Maltese

Strong condemnation of malicious and defamatory reporting by Mark Camilleri and The Maltese Herald

October 3, 2025
by BN Writer

This is the second time in a month that Mark Camilleri has attacked local media companies

Think Talent and Alexiei Dingli team up to arm Malta’s businesses with AI skills 

October 3, 2025
by Sam Vassallo

The immediate goal is to provide tailored, high-quality Al learning solutions

Malta property prices rise 5.6%

October 3, 2025
by Robert Fenech

The second quarter of 2025 saw a more moderate upsurge in property prices when compared to previous quarters