Business
Umbrian winery extending its reach in Europe
Goretti Winery is a family-owned and operated estate with a rich history that today spans four generations. Nestled in the heart of Umbria, Italy, just outside the historic city of Perugia, its vineyards thrive in a region renowned for producing rich, flavourful and full-bodied wines. The Goretti family’s dedication to winemaking dates back centuries,
GreenBiz Awards 2025: Celebrating Malta’s sustainable businesses
The GreenBiz Awards are back this year to honour Malta’s micro and small businesses driving eco-conscious innovation. Supported by APS Bank plc and VisitMalta, the event celebrates entrepreneurs who seamlessly integrate sustainability into their operations, delivering practical solutions that protect the environment while boosting profitability. The
Card issuer IDT Finance secures MFSA authorisation
IDT Finance, a trusted card issuer and strategic partner of Mastercard and Visa, has received authorisation from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA). For nearly two decades, IDT Finance has been the go-to partner for businesses seeking card issuance solutions. With a proven track record of delivering hundreds of successful card programmes,
MSE Equity Price Index: Minimal changes across local equities
The MSE Equity Price Index remained virtually unchanged at 3,780.508 points as the gains in APS and GO were largely offset by the declines in BOV and MIA. Meanwhile, eight other equities remained unchanged as trading activity stood at €0.24 million, in line with the previous session. Nearly half of today’s trading value was across the shares of Bank
Delivering public value through strategic reform
The Malta Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) is transforming how citizens and businesses interact with tax and customs services through one of the most ambitious reform programmes in Malta’s public sector. With its 2023-2025 reform strategy now showing impressive results, the MTCA is creating a more accessible, efficient and user-friendly system
Initial jobless claims in the US exceed market expectations
Initial jobless claims in the US exceeded market expectations, reaching one-month high. Figures rose by 14,000 to 240,000 in the week ended May 10. Continuing claims also climbed by 26,000 to 1,919,000, the highest level since November 2021, surpassing forecasts of 1,1890,000. The results indicate potential labour market softening amid economic uncertainty,
Why Japan’s economic revival is catching investors’ eyes
Q. Japan’s economy has long been criticised for stagnation and deflation. What makes this moment different? A. Japan has historically struggled with deflation, a problem far harder for central banks to tackle than inflation. For nearly 30 years, prices fell year after year, sapping growth and weakening consumer confidence. But we’re now seeing a shift
Malta makes bold statement on Europe’s leading fintech stage
Malta is stepping confidently onto one of Europe’s biggest fintech events this month, with a 14-strong delegation of companies joining FinanceMalta at Money 20/20 Amsterdam, the continent’s premier conference for financial innovation. This year’s Maltese presence, one of the strongest to date, underscores the country’s commitment to carving out a leading
Another way of protecting your rights without going to court
Occasionally, consumers face issues with the goods or services they purchase. In many cases, these problems are addressed effectively through direct communication with the seller. However, not all disputes are easily resolved. Some may involve complex disagreements, making it difficult for consumers to reach an amicable agreement with the trader on