Monaco Times

Brock Lesnar Retires From Wrestling, Closing a Career of Rare Athletic Range and Lasting Controversy

The 49-year-old former NCAA champion, UFC heavyweight champion and WWE headliner announced that his SummerSlam loss to Oba Femi was his final match.

Weight-Loss Drug Boom Tests the Limits of Prescription Advertising Rules

Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are competing for an enormous obesity-treatment market, but strict rules in Britain and Europe force them to promote awareness of the condition rather than the medicines themselves.

Police Arrest Suspect After €1.5 Million Theft From Elderly Monaco Resident

French police arrested a suspect in Amiens following the theft of €1.5 million from an elderly Monaco resident and recovered part of the stolen proceeds in the cross-border investigation.

Monaco Minister Isabelle Berro-Amadeï Addresses Roma and Sinti Genocide Commemoration at Auschwitz

Monaco’s Minister of External Relations Isabelle Berro-Amadeï addressed a commemoration of the Roma and Sinti genocide at Auschwitz-Birkenau while serving as president of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers, using the diplomat...

Monaco Yacht Show Confirms Superyacht Fleet With Growing Focus on Larger Vessels

Organisers of the 35th Monaco Yacht Show have confirmed a fleet of about 120 superyachts, including 43 new deliveries, with the 111-metre Oceanco Leviathan among the vessels highlighting demand for increasingly large and customised yachts.

Monaco Hotel and Restaurant Revenue Reaches €1.14 Billion After Decade of Growth

Monaco’s hotel and restaurant sector generated €1.14 billion in revenue in 2025, an 81 percent increase over the past decade, reflecting sustained international tourism and demand linked to major events.

Monaco Submits Master Plan to Tighten Long-Term Urban Development Rules

Monaco’s government has formally submitted a comprehensive development master plan to the National Council that would set long-term planning rules and tighter limits on density and construction as the Principality manages severe land con...

CVC Capital Partners Emerges as Frontrunner for Stake in APM Monaco

European private equity firm CVC Capital Partners is reportedly advancing negotiations to acquire a significant stake in Monaco-founded luxury jewellery brand APM Monaco from TPG Capital, with the business valued at more than $2 billion.

Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou Backs €4.9 Billion Apollo Takeover of easyJet

easyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, a long-time Monaco resident, has pledged his family’s 15 percent stake in support of Apollo Global Management’s proposed €4.9 billion acquisition of the airline.

New Zealand Draws Wealthy Americans With Revamped Investor Visa

More than 700 people have applied for residence through the relaxed scheme in 14 months, committing at least 4.8 billion New Zealand dollars as the country seeks capital and expertise.

Petit Futé Releases Updated Monaco Travel Guide for Its Fiftieth Anniversary

French publisher Petit Futé has marked its fiftieth anniversary with a new guide dedicated to Monaco, highlighting the Principality's luxury hospitality, gastronomy, and growing focus on sustainable tourism.

Marché de la Condamine Strengthens Its Role as a Community Gathering Place

The historic Marché de la Condamine has expanded its programme of live music and community events, reinforcing its place at the heart of daily life for Monaco residents.

Jardin Exotique Concert Series Expands Monaco's Cultural Calendar

The Municipality of Monaco has broadened its summer events programme with evening concerts at the Jardin Exotique, combining live performances with one of the Principality's best-known botanical attractions.

Roca Team Ownership Talks End After Regulatory Rejection

Plans to acquire Monaco's Roca Team basketball club have collapsed after the French league rejected the proposed takeover, leaving the club's current owners to reassess future plans.

AS Monaco Completes Pre-Season Preparations for UEFA Conference League Campaign

AS Monaco has concluded a series of pre-season matches and integrated new signings as the club prepares for the upcoming UEFA Conference League and domestic season.

Monaco Issues Public Safety Guidance Ahead of August Solar Eclipse

Monaco's government and regional health authorities have urged residents and visitors to use certified protective eyewear during the partial solar eclipse on August twelfth to prevent permanent eye damage.

French Ambassador to Monaco Concludes Diplomatic Posting

French Ambassador Jean d'Haussonville has completed his diplomatic assignment in Monaco before taking up a new role, marking a routine transition in the close relationship between France and the Principality.

Formula One Weekend Drives Strong Demand for Monaco Helicopter Transfers

Private aviation companies reported that helicopter transfers during the Monaco Grand Prix sold out quickly, underscoring strong demand for rapid transport during one of the Principality's busiest annual events.

Private Wealth Continues to Flow Into Monaco

Private banks and family offices report sustained interest from wealthy international families seeking Monaco's political stability, secure financial environment, and established luxury property market.

Société des Bains de Mer Reports Strong Growth in Hospitality and Gaming

Monaco's leading hospitality and casino operator reported solid financial growth across its hotels, gaming venues, and restaurants, reflecting continued international demand for the Principality's luxury tourism sector.

Casino de Monte-Carlo Introduces New Gaming Technology

Société des Bains de Mer has partnered with Aristocrat and Zitro to install advanced gaming systems and hybrid live-table experiences at the Casino de Monte-Carlo, enhancing its premium entertainment offering.

Monaco Expands Premium Helicopter Links With Nice Airport

Helicopter operators AirX and Hoper are increasing services between Nice Côte d'Azur Airport and the Monaco Heliport to meet growing demand for digitally managed transfers among business and luxury travelers.

Oceanco to Showcase Scientific Explorer Superyachts at Monaco Yacht Show

Dutch yacht builder Oceanco will unveil the one hundred and eleven metre Leviathan and the ninety-three metre Draak, two advanced explorer vessels designed for the Inkfish fleet with integrated scientific research facilities.

Monaco Yacht Show to Debut New Flagship Superyachts

The Monaco Yacht Show will feature about one hundred and twenty vessels this September, including the first appearances of Lürssen's one hundred and two metre Nixie and Amels' nearly eighty metre Pangea, highlighting continued innovation...

Prince Albert II Calls for Stronger Climate Action After European Wildfires

Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene issued a message of solidarity with communities affected by Europe's summer wildfires, linking the destruction of Mediterranean ecosystems to the need for stronger international action on climate ch...

Global Wealth Leaders Gather in Monaco for Private Banking Summit

More than one thousand four hundred asset managers and wealth advisers have convened at the IMpower Fund Forum International, with discussions centered on digital transformation, asset tokenization, and private market investments.

Monaco Continues to Command Record Prices in Prime Residential Property

Property consultants say Monaco's residential market remains among the world's most expensive, supported by limited land availability and sustained demand from ultra-high-net-worth international buyers.

Mareterra Eco-District Reshapes Monaco's Luxury Property Market

The completion of Monaco's two billion euro Mareterra development has added six hectares of reclaimed land to the Principality, lifting property values in Larvotto and establishing a new benchmark for sustainable high-end urban development.

Ukraine Seeks Joint Investigation With Monaco After Monte Carlo Bombing

Ukraine's Prosecutor General has formally requested a joint investigative team with Monaco following the June bombing that seriously injured Ukrainian businessman Vadim Ermolaev at his Monte Carlo residence.

Monaco Accelerates Anti-Money Laundering Reforms to Seek Removal From FATF Grey List

The Monegasque government has strengthened financial crime enforcement by recruiting additional prosecutors and tightening legal measures as it works toward removal from the Financial Action Task Force grey list at the body's June 2026 p...

VIP Helicopter Transfers to Monaco Reach Summer Record

Aviation operators reported record helicopter traffic between Nice Côte d'Azur Airport and the Monaco Heliport during August, reflecting robust demand for premium travel across the French Riviera.

Prehistoric Anthropology Museum Draws Visitors With Human Evolution Exhibition

Monaco's Museum of Prehistoric Anthropology is attracting strong summer attendance with its exhibition tracing human evolution from Toumaï to Homo sapiens, broadening the principality's cultural tourism offering.

Monaco Expands Youth Arts Education Through Pass Sport Culture Programme

The Department of Cultural Affairs concluded a five-day theatre workshop based on the works of Molière, continuing Monaco's investment in arts education for young people.

APM Monaco Extends Partnership With AS Monaco Through 2029

Jewellery brand APM Monaco renewed its sponsorship agreement with AS Monaco for another three seasons, extending a partnership that links the principality's luxury sector with its leading football club.

Monaco Strengthens International Cooperation on Tax Fraud Investigations

Monaco's tax authorities are expanding their ability to assist cross-border investigations involving the identification and seizure of criminal assets as part of the principality's financial transparency reforms.

JuVaughn Harrison Wins Inaugural What Gravity Tour in Monaco

American high jumper JuVaughn Harrison cleared a world-leading two point three four metres to win the inaugural What Gravity Tour event in Monaco against an international field of elite athletes.

Monaco Youth Commission Presents Digital and Sustainability Proposals

The Monaco Youth Advisory Commission submitted new policy recommendations focused on expanding digital public services and strengthening sustainability measures as part of the principality's long-term development strategy.

Mediterranean Superyacht Demand Remains Strong Around Monaco

Maritime brokers reported that superyacht charter demand has stabilized at historically high levels, with Monaco and the French Riviera continuing to rank among the Mediterranean's most sought-after destinations.

Invest Monaco Targets Technology and Fintech Investment

The Invest Monaco initiative is stepping up international promotion to attract technology entrepreneurs, venture capital firms and fintech companies as the government seeks to diversify the economy beyond luxury industries.

Monaco Funds Additional Regional Trains for Cross-Border Commuters

The Monaco government will finance four new regional train carriages on the French rail network to improve transport capacity for the thousands of commuters who travel daily into the principality.