In a significant legal development, Malta has won the first round of its court battle against the European Commission (EC) regarding its citizenship-by-investment (CBI) program.

The Council of the European Union has recently announced the removal of Antigua and Barbuda from its blacklist of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions.

Gold is making a strong comeback as a recognized asset class, according to Arnout van Rijn, a portfolio manager at Robeco’s multi-asset investment team. The recent surge in gold prices, which hit an all-time high of $2,685 per ounce in September, has sparked renewed interest in the precious metal as a reliable store of value, particularly in times of geopolitical uncertainty. Van Rijn argues that gold should no longer be dismissed as a sentimental or outdated investment. Instead, it is proving to be an essential component of a diversified portfolio, with its appeal extending beyond its historical reputation as a safe haven during crises.