Malta’s Growth Outlook Positive but Housing Market Poses Key Economic Risks: IMF
Published on: Tuesday 17 March 2026
An IMF study finds Malta’s economic outlook remains strong with growth around 4%, but warns that rapid expansion in housing and household credit could increase financial vulnerabilities. The report highlights that while near-term recession risk is low, shocks to the property market or euro-area financial conditions could raise downside risks to future growth.
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