Published Articles
Bond market developments
In my articles over the past two weeks, I gave an overview of the first half performances of the Maltese equity market…
All asset classes perform strongly
In last week’s article, I provided information on the performance of the Maltese equity market during the first six months of 2019….
Strong performances by several Maltese equities
Following the 4.3% upturn during the first quarter of 2019, the MSE Equity Price Index advanced by a further 2.2% during the…
Complex financial instruments revisited
Back in 2015, local investors were taken by surprise by new procedures being implemented by local financial intermediaries with respect to the…
An introduction to Berkshire Hathaway
In some of my articles over the past 12 years, I often made reference to Warren Buffett and his value investing philosophy….
Warnings from major central banks
In recent weeks, the actions and statements by various central banks left a marked impact across global financial markets including Malta. While…
Farsons’ vision of a regional beverage player
Simonds Farsons Cisk plc presented its 2018/19 Annual Report to financial analysts on 3 June. Chairman Louis Farrugia, CEO Normal Aquilina and…
Increased attention towards property development companies
Over recent months there was an increased focus by the investing community towards the three property development companies, namely MIDI plc, Malta…
Challenging times for banking sector
The Vice-President of the European Central Bank, Luis de Guindos, very recently delivered a speech in London on the challenges for bank…