Non-retail pooled funds Available vehicles What are the main legal vehicles used to set up a non-retail fund? How are they formed? Non-retail funds may be established as companies, limited partnerships, unit trusts, foundations or mere contractual arrangements. Nevertheless, the investment company with variable share capital (SICAV) remains the main vehicle used to establish a non-retail fund. Laws and regulations What are the key laws and other sets of rules (regulatory and

Malta continues to cement its reputation as a leading destination for entrepreneurs and innovators with the successful staging of its annual Start-up Festival, bringing together founders, investors, and industry leaders from across the globe. The Festival, organised by Malta Enterprise, is another example of how the Mediterranean island nation has solidified its reputation as an attractive destination for start-ups, offering a dynamic ecosystem that while compatible with EU l

International credit rating agency Morningstar DBRS has confirmed Malta's long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit rating at A (high) with a stable outlook, citing strong economic growth and a resilient external position. Malta's economy delivered impressive growth of 6% in 2024, significantly outperforming the Eurozone average of 0.9%, driven by strong tourism, professional services, and financial sector exports. Growth is projected to remain robust at around 3.

Malta recorded the second-highest rate of new business creation in the European Union in 2023, according to Eurostat, with an enterprise birth rate of 17.1%, just behind Lithuania's 19.6%, and well above the EU average of 10.5%. In total, 7,372 new enterprises were established in Malta during the year, compared with 5,478 closures. The impressive figures highlight the pro-business climate Malta has cultivated, making it an increasingly attractive destination for entrepreneurs

Malta is cementing its status as a centre of excellence for aviation, with a wave of strategic investments and route expansions set to transform the Mediterranean island into a premier European aviation hub. KM Malta Airlines is forecasting a remarkable 32% surge in package holiday bookings for next year, driven by new all-inclusive travel deals covering 18 destinations. The national carrier's comprehensive packages bundle flights, hotel accommodations, and services including

Malta has cemented its status as one of Europe's most dynamic financial centres, with foreign direct investment reaching €479.7 billion by the end of 2024, according to National Statistics Office data released this week. The €32.6 billion surge in FDI during 2024 alone—a 49.4% increase over the previous year—demonstrates Malta's appeal to global investors seeking a stable, well-regulated jurisdiction within the European Union. This growth trajectory positions Malta alongside

Malta continues to reinforce its position as a premier destination for financial services professionals and international business, with the opening of Novotel Malta Sliema marking the island's first property from the globally recognised Accor brand. The 293-room hotel represents a significant development for Malta's expanding hospitality infrastructure, demonstrating growing confidence from major international hotel chains in the island's economic trajectory. Positioned stra

FinanceMalta has announced it will plant one tree for every delegate registering for its 18th Annual Conference, scheduled for 19-20 November 2025. The initiative, conducted in partnership with the national Tree 4 U Campaign, was unveiled by Graziella Grech, Chief Operating Officer of FinanceMalta, during the organisation's summer networking event. The event, sponsored by Calamatta Cuschieri Moneybase, also recognised contributing sponsors, who received tokens of appreciation

Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects, Silvio Schembri, formally opened this year's EU Code Week during a press conference. The continent-wide campaign promotes programming skills as a fundamental element of modern digital citizenship for all residents of Malta and Gozo. The Minister drew attention to Malta's remarkable achievements in developing a digitally advanced, interconnected, and forward-thinking society. He noted, "According to the European Comm

The Cyber Finance Summit 2025 reflected Malta's strategic commitment to cross-border collaboration, innovation, and regulatory excellence. In a landmark move toward strengthening digital defences in the financial sector, Malta hosted the inaugural Cyber Finance Summit 2025, a major event aimed at fostering cybersecurity and digital operational resilience across Europe and beyond. Taking place on 15th and 16th October at the prestigious Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valle