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MFSA

MFSA

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) is the single regulator for financial services in Malta. It oversees a broad range of sectors, including banking, insurance, investment services, and pension schemes. In 2018, it also took on the responsibility of regulating Virtual Financial Assets. The MFSA’s primary functions are to protect consumers, ensure the integrity of financial markets, and maintain financial stability. It also provides advice to the Government on policies related to the financial services industry and collaborates with both local and international institutions to carry out its functions. Through its comprehensive regulatory practices, the MFSA aims to foster a robust and secure financial environment in Malta.

  • Year Founded: The MFSA was constituted by law on 23 July 2002.
  • CEO: The current CEO of the MFSA is Mr. Kenneth Farrugia, who was appointed on 12 April 2023.
  • Headquarters: The MFSA is headquartered at Triq l-Imdina, Zone 1 Central Business District, Birkirkara, Malta.

Reasons to choose MFSA:

  1. Comprehensive Regulation: The MFSA oversees a wide array of sectors within the financial services industry.
  2. Future-Oriented: It  has been regulating Virtual Financial Assets since 2018.
  3. Consumer Protection: One of the MFSA’s primary functions is to protect consumers.
  4. Market Integrity: It  ensures the integrity of financial markets.
  5. Financial Stability: The MFSA plays a crucial role in maintaining financial stability in Malta.
  6. Government Advisor: It  provides advice to the Government on policies related to the financial services industry.
  7. International Collaboration: It  collaborates with both local and international institutions to carry out its functions.
  8. Internship Programme: It  offers an internship programme that gives students the opportunity to work in real industry situations.

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