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ARTICLE · 24 JULY 2025

What Every Financial Services Business In Malta Needs To Know

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The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, and the implications for businesses operating in Malta's financial services sector are significant.

MaltaFinance and Banking
Grant Thornton Malta
Grant Thornton Malta
Anne Marie Degabriele
Anne Marie Degabriele

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, and the implications for businesses operating in Malta's financial services sector are significant. Here are the key developments that will directly impact how you operate, plan, and strategize in 2025.

Regulatory Environment: Expect More Intensive Oversight

The numbers tell the story: supervisory interactions rising by 33% from 2023 signals that the MFSA is taking a more hands-on approach to supervision. This isn't just about compliance, it's about ensuring your business is prepared for more frequent and detailed regulatory engagement.

What this means for your business:

  • Allocate more resources to regulatory compliance and reporting

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