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“Indicators show economic recovery” – Videoblog 32
Finance Minister Prof. Edward Scicluna explains that, much like fortifications and towers built on high ground give those inside a view of incoming enemies or allies, so do leading indicators in economics and statistics enable economists to make informed predictions as to future trends. Prof. Scicluna explains that one such leading indicator, published by the…
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Turnaround in Leading Growth Indicators
Contrary to what the Nationalist Party is claiming, leading growth indicators are pointing towards a sustained recovery in the economy. A correct reading of leading indicator figures published by the NSO will show that there are obvious signs of economic recovery. Leading indicators are measures of economic activity that give a preview of the economy’s…
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Professor Scicluna addresses the EP as EIB Chairman
In this Dot.EU feature, prepared and broadcast by PBS, Finance Minister Prof. Scicluna explains that he was in Brussels on Tuesday 21st January, 2014, to deliver an address to the European Parliament in his capacity as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the European Investments Bank, on the invitation of the President of…
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Seventy Seven Accountants and Auditors receive CPA and PCA Warrants and Certificates
77 Certified Public Accountant (CPA) warrants and Practising Certificates in Auditing (PCA) were presented by Finance Minister Prof. Edward Scicluna during a ceremony held on Friday 31st January 2014. During a brief address ahead of the presentations, the Finance Minister stressed that the professional requirements for accountants and auditors are ever higher, due to regulatory…
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Malta’s success in financial services and igaming hinges on robustness of regulation and supervision
Finance Minister Prof. Edward Scicluna stressed that Malta’s igaming industry is a success primarily thanks to Malta’s over-all regulatory model which combines rigorousness and transparency with flexibility and adaptability. Prof. Scicluna was speaking during the inauguration of the new Betsson Group Experience Centre, located in the Ta’ Xbiex Waterfront, on Thursday 30th January 2014. The…
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Banking Union Discussed in Brussels – Videoblog 31
Finance Minister Prof. Edward Scicluna discusses his participation in Eurogroup and ECOFIN meetings in Brussels earlier last week. Prof. Scicluna explains that one issue which was discussed was the current status of the Banking Union. He notes how two leading Maltese banks, HSBC and BOV, along with other more prominent European banks such as Deutsche…
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Minister for Finance encourages EU Initiatives which favour SMES
“Malta fully supports the European Investment Bank to continue on the current path of assisting schemes aimed at SMEs”. This was stated by the Minister for Finance, Edward Scicluna, during the ECOFIN Council meeting held in Brussels on Tuesday 28th January 2014. Minister Scicluna stated that the EU needs to support initiatives in favour…
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Prof. Edward Scicluna on Breakfast News – ONE – 26.01.2014
– Sunday, 26th January 2014
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My EP address on behalf of the EIB – Videoblog 30
Finance Minister Prof. Edward Scicluna explains how earlier last week he delivered an address in the European Parliament on invitation of the President of the European Parliament, Martin Schulz. The address dealt with economic growth and the creation of employment. Prof. Scicluna explains that this is especially relevant in a context where in…
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Vehicle Registration Refund Scheme Launched
The Government has launched the Vehicle Registration Refund Scheme for those vehicles registered for personal use between 1st May, 2004, and 31st December, 2008. It is expected that approximately 40,000 eligible applicants will benefit from the scheme, and the refund will be paid over seven years. The first payments will be issued directly to households…