Last updated: Aug 28, 2026
Doing Business in Malta: Market Entry, GTM Strategy & Growth Potential
Why Expand into Malta
The population of Malta is 549,011, and is growing at the rate of 0.37%. The GDP per capita, which represents the potential spending power of the people, is $82,421, measured on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis to allow comparison with other countries.
95.71% of Malta’s population lives in urban areas. 60.86% of the population is of working age (15-59). 93.86% of the population has internet access and 100% has 5G mobile coverage. These factors are important for digital-first businesses to keep in mind.
The Accuracast International Growth Index ranks Malta #32 overall for market attractiveness, up 1 place from last year.
How we can help you grow in Malta:
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Malta's International Growth Stats
| International Growth Pillar | Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 53.79 |
| Purchasing Power | 60.86 |
| Digital Readiness | 88.93 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 59.62 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 57.59 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 32.6 |
| Digital Search Demand | 47.83 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 76.7 |
| Overall Score | 54.33 |
| Score Change | 1.81 |
| Overall Rank | 32 |
| Rank Change | 1 |
Digital Search Demand
47.83%
Purchasing Power
60.86%
Digital Market Maturity in Malta
The digital search demand score for Malta is 47.83.
Go-To-Market Strategy Considerations for Malta
The purchasing power score for Malta is 60.86, and the country scores 88.93 for digital readiness.
Financial & payment infrastructure
In terms of financial infrastructure, Malta scores 59.62.
Regulatory & business setup friction
From a business expansion point of view, Malta scores 57.59 for regulatory complexity and legal restrictions. This is reverse-scored, meaning the higher the score, the easier it is to navigate local regulation.
The score of 32.6 indicates the costs and friction associated with setting up a business presence in Malta.
Malta market attractiveness change
Compared to last year, the overall International Growth Index score for Malta has changed 1.81 points, moving the country up one place from 2025, to rank #32 in 2026.
Most Popular Social Media Platforms in Malta:
- YouTube
- TikTok
International Expansion Risks for Malta
While new market expansion can be exciting, it is important to also consider the risks when entering a market like Malta.
Compare Malta to other countries
| International Growth Pillar | Malta Score |
|---|---|
| Market Demand | 53.79 |
| Purchasing Power | 60.86 |
| Digital Readiness | 88.93 |
| Financial Infrastructure | 59.62 |
| Regulatory Complexity | 57.59 |
| Setup Cost & Friction | 32.6 |
| Digital Search Demand | 47.83 |
| Cross-Border Activity | 76.7 |
| Overall Score | 54.33 |
| Score Change | 1.81 |
| Overall Rank | 32 |
| Rank Change | 1 |
| United States Score |
|---|
| 53.39 |
| 71.03 |
| 93.01 |
| 81.18 |
| 64.5 |
| 27.2 |
| 43.46 |
| 69.58 |
| 60.79 |
| 1.2 |
| 3 |
| 0 |
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