### At MCAST, a War Over Engineering Degrees Rages In the heart of Malta, the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) has become the epicenter of a heated debate surrounding engineering degrees. This conflict, rooted in academic integrity and the quality of education, has implications that extend beyond the college’s walls, impacting students,…
### Tourism Fuels Malta’s Economy: But at What Cost in 2026? As Malta approaches 2026, the nation stands at a crossroads, grappling with the dual-edged sword of tourism’s economic benefits and its potential repercussions on local communities and cultural heritage. The Mediterranean archipelago, renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture, has witnessed…
**Restaurants Worried by Last-Minute Cancellations Ahead of New Year’s Eve in Malta** As the festive season approaches, the vibrant culinary scene of Malta is typically buzzing with excitement. However, this year, many restaurants are grappling with a growing concern: last-minute cancellations ahead of New Year’s Eve. This trend, which has been exacerbated by the lingering…
**Malta Negotiates 17% Increase in Tuna Fishing Quota: A Boon for Local Fishermen and Culture** In a significant development for Malta’s fishing industry, the government has successfully negotiated a 17% increase in the tuna fishing quota for the upcoming season. This decision not only reflects Malta’s commitment to sustainable fishing practices but also underscores the…
**Bank of Valletta Hosts First Investor Days: A Milestone for Malta’s Financial Sector** In a significant move that underscores Malta’s growing prominence in the international financial arena, Bank of Valletta recently hosted its inaugural Investor Days event. This gathering, which brought together local and international investors, financial experts, and business leaders, marks a pivotal moment…
It started as a whisper in the coffee shops of Valletta – “Il-borża qed titla’!” – and by the time the church bells of St John’s Co-Cathedral struck noon on Friday, the Malta Stock Exchange’s Equity Price Index had chalked up its fourth straight session of gains, adding 1.34 % and closing at 3,748.41 points….
Avoiding pitfalls: Some considerations before buying corporate bonds By Karl Vella, Hot Malta Business Correspondent On a humid August evening in Sliema, while tourists queue for gelato and the bells of Stella Maris echo across Balluta Bay, a quieter conversation is unfolding on the terrace of a seafront café. Two friends—Maria, a 38-year-old pharmacist from…
# Marsa Stock Exchange Ends Summer on a High Note as Local Firms Shine The Marsa Stock Exchange wrapped up its final week before the village festa season with a flourish, posting its strongest September performance in five years as Maltese investors returned from their August siestas with pockets full of Luzzu-shaped gelato change and…
MedservRegis rises to an eight-month high – and the whole island feels the lift By Hot Malta staff The bell that closes the Malta Stock Exchange on Castille Place had barely stopped ringing yesterday when word spread through Valletta’s cafés: MedservRegis, the Maltese oil-services group born from a 2020 merger, had closed at €0.89 –…
HSBC Bank Malta hits 18-month low: what it means for your Sunday kafè plans By a Hot Malta correspondent The red-and-white HSBC lion that guards the bank’s flagship Qormi branch looked a touch less regal this week. Shares of HSBC Bank Malta closed on Wednesday at €0.73, their lowest level since December 2022, wiping roughly…
