The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Malta are currently experiencing notable growth, marked by significant transactions that are reshaping the business landscape.

At the initial stages of establishing a personal investment company, a.k.a. personal portfolio company, or a holding company to hold a portfolio of investments, the majority of the discussion will likely focus on the legal structure and taxation within the structure and on the assets placed within the personal investment company.

Malta has confirmed revised social security contribution thresholds and rates that will apply from 1 January 2026, bringing moderate increases across contribution classes for both employees and employers.

Malta has implemented the EU Directive regarding transparent and predictable working conditions. The aim of the directive is to harmonise the information an employer needs to provide to an employee...

On June 26, 2024, the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) released its annual report, revealing an impressive 11.8% growth in the financial services sector in 2023.

Effective 10 July 2025, Malta amended the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) Regulations, implementing key provisions of the EU's 6th Anti-Money Laundering Directive...

On November 15, 2024, the Insolvency and Receivership Service, a part of the Malta Business Registry, unveiled a new self-evaluation insolvency tool.

Malta's laws on private residential leases have been updated, with the changes coming into force on 1st September 2024. The amendments seek to clarify various legal provisions, promote transparency.

Malta’s tax landscape continues to develop through a series of legislative amendments introduced under the Budget Measures Implementation Act 2026, together with ongoing implementation...

For a company to be registered as an e-commerce business in Malta, one must follow the legal and regulatory steps.

In December 2024, Standard & Poor Global Ratings reaffirmed Malta's long-term and short-term sovereign credit ratings at ‘A-/A-2', maintaining a stable outlook for the country's economy.

In the world of international business and tax planning, Malta has emerged as a popular choice for multinational companies looking to optimise their tax structures through an efficient holding structure.

Electronic services can encompass a diverse range of offerings, including website supply, web hosting, remote maintenance of software and hardware, software supply and updates...

On 18 June 2025, Malta introduced Bill No. 136, proposing a series of amendments to Malta's Companies Act (Chapter 386 of the Laws of Malta).

When a Malta company is struck off the Register of Companies for non-compliance, restoration remains possible within five years through a court application. The process requires clearing outstanding filings, settling penalties, and demonstrating a legitimate interest in revival, with the company treated as if it had never been struck off once the restoration order is registered.

Introduced through Legal Notice 98 of 2022 and later amended by Legal Notices 220 of 2022, 48 of 2023 and 5 of 2024 the Pensions (Tax Exemption) Rules applied to pension income derived on or after 1 January 2022.

Malta has strengthened its tax transparency framework through Legal Notice 162 of 2026, the Cooperation with Other Jurisdictions on Tax Matters (Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The amendments transpose Council Directive (EU) 2023/2226, commonly referred to as DAC8, into Maltese law and introduce new reporting obligations relating to crypto-assets.

On May 15, 2024, the European Commission released its most recent macroeconomic forecasting for Malta, which indicated that the country's economy will continue to expand strongly...

Malta has once again proven its commitment to creating a competitive and innovation-driven environment for startups. According to the Startup Nations Standards...

The Malta Ship Registry has introduced a new procedure aimed at simplifying the authentication of foreign documents submitted for ship registration and related filings.