INTERVIEW
The Banif alternative

In an extensive interview, Joaquim Silva Pinto, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Banif Bank speaks to CHARLOT ZAHRA on the Portuguese bank’s entry into the Maltese market over the past year and its plans to become a major player in a few years’ time >>

EDITORIAL
Banking on banks
Surely, banks are businesses like any other – they must watch their expenses, keep their profit margins healthy and make sure that their operational policies stimulate efficient ways of growth, sustainability and competitiveness. >>

OPINION
George M. Mangion
The Czechs are coming
It was a dull and cold Tuesday in Prague that started Malta Enterprise’s second attempt to assist Maltese entrepreneurs in a business delegation. This happened thanks to the support of a local bank and an international hotel chain. Equally important was the presence and collaboration of the Ministry of Finance. This was in turn hosted by the Czech Chamber of Commerce via the leadership of the Consul for Czech Mr Casapinta. >>