Simon Schembri

M&A outlook in a year of tariffs, tech and shifting rules

In the last quarter of 2024, the mergers and acquisitions landscape appeared poised for robust recovery, buoyed by a surge in CEO confidence reaching unprecedented levels.

Mergers and acquisitions: Are we in for a rebound?

The current reawakening of the M&A market follows a slumber experienced over the past few years

Corporate M&A in Malta

Ganado Advocates has contributed the Malta chapter in the 2024 edition of the Chambers Corporate M&A Global Practice Guide.

The interplay between ESG and succession planning in Maltese family businesses

The acronym ESG (which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance) has become one of the buzzwords pervading discussions across various media platforms and at conferences over the recent months and will definitely gain further traction in the years to come.

Family Business in Malta – Managing Business and Family relationships

According to a survey conducted by the Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry between November and December 2022, it was estimated that family businesses constitute approximately 75% of businesses in Malta.

Family Business in Malta - The Way Forward

Family businesses have long been the backbone of Malta's economy, with a number of them dating back generations. This tradition of entrepreneurship has not only contributed significantly to the country's economic growth but has also played a pivotal role in preserving Malta's cultural heritage.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Expected To Bounce Back in 2024

High interest rates, a more stringent regulatory environment and increased foreign direct investment supervision especially by European states could be the main factors behind the current lull being experienced in the mergers and acquisitions market in Malta.