A reasonable budget amidst a global energy crisis
Amid the economic turmoil and geopolitical tensions across Europe, Finance Minister Caruana unveiled the government’s budget for 2023....
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- Sep 9, 2022
- 3 min
Malta: Is there a pay gap between the genders?
In short: yes. The latest Eurostat data shows that on average, for every €100 a Maltese man earns, a woman earns €90. The gap is even...
- Aug 26, 2022
- 2 min
Are young Maltese worse off than their parents?
People tend to accumulate wealth as they grow older. But is the wealth gap between today's youth and their parents widening? Recent data...
- May 22, 2022
- 3 min
Why is food becoming more expensive?
FULL VIDEO You might not realise, but your typical shopping list contains more grains and cereals than you think. Whether it’s bread,...
- May 6, 2022
- 3 min
What can be done to fight inflation?
After more than 30 years, high inflation is making the news again. We are cooking a video specifically on inflation, but in the meantime,...
- Mar 2, 2022
- 2 min
Volt's proposal to raise the minimum wage to €1,100 per month. An Analysis.
Raising the minimum wage by such an amount would likely result in a wage increase across the board, giving rise to increasing costs to...
- Mar 2, 2022
- 1 min
Poverty in Malta
In Malta, you don't see many people begging on the streets - definitely not as many as in other European countries. However, does this mean
- Nov 21, 2021
- 3 min
Malta will improve its EV infrastructure. Here is why this is more important than you think.
Lack of infrastructure hindered EVs' potential in the past and still slowing today's uptake across the EU.
- Nov 1, 2021
- 4 min
What went wrong with the global supply chain?
Increasing prices. Long shipping delays. Out-of-stock products. You may or may not be aware, but there’s an ongoing global logistical...
- Oct 18, 2021
- 3 min
Your €1.75 increase is not set by the government
Quite frankly, any narrative that blames any government for the small raise attributed to inflation, either comes from someone who does not
- Oct 15, 2021
- 8 min
The Good, the Bad and the Questionable - The 2022 Budget Explained.
All things considered, Minister Caruana’s 2022 budget is not perfect, but a decent and well-intentioned effort. Monday’s budget speech...
- Oct 11, 2021
- 2 min
What can we expect from minister Caruana's first budget?
Clamping down on tax evasion, economic growth and improved living standards should be the key elements in the finance minister's budget...
- Sep 29, 2021
- 5 min
The mass transit project: What we know so far
Prime Minister Robert Abela, promised that discussions about the possible introduction of an underground mass transportation system would...
- Sep 3, 2021
- 2 min
Government places those with previous health conditions on a level playing field.
Let’s face it, buying a property is a headache on so many levels. It often requires years of saving, followed by practically a lifetime...
- Aug 9, 2021
- 3 min
Good grades are just not enough anymore
As a child, were you ever told something along the lines of “go on, study, so that when you grow up you can become a...
- Jul 26, 2021
- 4 min
Why was the EU and UK deal important for Malta and to you?
After many years of slow negotiations, the UK has left the EU. This means that in the eyes of the EU, there is no difference between the...
- Jul 13, 2021
- 2 min
The economic benefits of winning the Euro Cup
Winning on the pitch also translates into winnings in the economy. Brand Finance estimates that Italy’s win will boost Italian GDP by €4...
- Jun 8, 2021
- 8 min
How close was Malta to being part of the UK?
In the early and mid-1950s, there was a burning issue on the future of Malta. Would Malta be able to rule itself and create opportunities...
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