Monaco Times

AS Monaco Takes Two-Goal Lead Over Marseille in Early-Season Ligue 1 Clash

AS Monaco moved two goals ahead of Olympique de Marseille at Stade Louis II after Paris Brunner scored twice in the first half of the Mediterranean derby.

AS Monaco Extends Partnership With Jewellery Brand APM Monaco for Three Years

AS Monaco agreed to a three-year extension of its commercial partnership with luxury jewellery company APM Monaco, continuing a relationship linking the football club with the Principality’s luxury retail sector.

Boat International Releases Monaco Yacht Show Market Report for Superyacht Buyers

Boat International published a dedicated Monaco Yacht Show Market Report offering pricing data and market analysis for prospective superyacht buyers, family offices and maritime investors ahead of the event.

Monaco Reaffirms Climate and Ocean Commitments at United Nations

Monaco’s diplomatic representatives reiterated the Principality’s commitment to international environmental law at the United Nations General Assembly, maintaining its focus on ocean conservation and climate resilience.

Prince Albert II Strengthens Monaco Sports Diplomacy at Mediterranean Games in Italy

Prince Albert II held meetings with international sports officials during the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, reinforcing Monaco’s involvement in regional sporting cooperation and elite athletic development.

Monaco Expands Regional Rail Investment to Ease Riviera Commuter Pressure

The State of Monaco finalized an agreement to acquire additional high-capacity regional train carriages as it seeks to ease transport congestion for workers and visitors commuting from the French Riviera.

Monaco Launches Revamped Invest Monaco Brand to Attract Family Offices and Foreign Investment

The Princely Government introduced a new Invest Monaco brand aimed at attracting international investors, family offices and high-value corporate headquarters to the Principality.

Monaco Completes La Vuelta Grand Départ After Prince Albert Opens Race at Casino Square

Monaco concluded its hosting of the opening stages of La Vuelta a España after Prince Albert II launched the race, making the city-state a host of the starting stages of all three major European cycling tours.

Monaco Property Prices Hit Record €57,500 Per Square Metre as Mareterra Drives Ultra-Prime Market

Average residential prices in Monaco have reached €57,500 per square metre, while properties in Mareterra and along the Larvotto coastline are commanding up to €120,000 per square metre.

Monaco Hosts Grand Départ of Vuelta a España in Casino Square

Prince Albert II inaugurated the start of the Vuelta a España in Monaco’s Casino Square, with Monegasque and Spanish authorities coordinating security for the international cycling event.

Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation Expands Climate and Biodiversity Funding

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has announced new grants and a fresh cohort of sustainability leaders focused on biodiversity protection, ocean conservation and climate resilience projects across the Mediterranean and polar reg...

Monaco Yacht Show Prepares to Showcase More Than 120 Superyachts

Port Hercules is preparing for the 35th Monaco Yacht Show, where more than 120 superyachts, 40 world premieres and new sustainable propulsion technologies are due to be presented under the patronage of Prince Albert II.

Monaco Sees Rising Residency Demand as Global Wealth Migration Accelerates

Private wealth advisers and family offices in Monte Carlo are reporting stronger interest in Monegasque residency as forecasts point to 165,000 millionaires relocating internationally this year in search of asset protection, geopolitical...

Monaco Property Prices Hit Record as Larvotto Tops €70,000 per Square Metre

Average residential prices in Monaco have climbed to about €57,500 per square metre, with Larvotto exceeding €70,000 as the Mareterra development and continued international demand reinforce the Principality’s position as the world’s mos...

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Reports Record Revenue Above €860 Million

Monaco’s state-backed hospitality and entertainment group posted record annual revenue of more than €860 million, supported by a 20% increase in premium gaming revenue and strong demand across its luxury hotels.

Monaco Advances 15% Global Minimum Tax for Large Multinationals

Monaco’s National Council is considering legislation to introduce a 15% minimum effective corporate tax rate for multinational groups with annual revenue above €750 million, aligning local rules with OECD standards while preserving the P...

Monaco Moves Closer to Exiting FATF Grey List After Regulatory Reforms

International compliance evaluators indicate Monaco is on track to leave the Financial Action Task Force’s increased-monitoring list by the end of the year after a broad regulatory overhaul, a move expected to strengthen confidence in th...

Prince Albert Attends Mediterranean Games in Italy to Support Monaco Delegation

Prince Albert II attended the Mediterranean Games in Taranto to support Monaco’s 17-athlete delegation, continuing the Principality’s use of international sporting events to strengthen its cultural and diplomatic presence.

Foreign Residents From More Than 145 Nations Shape Monaco’s Population

Recent demographic and wealth analysis shows native Monégasques account for less than a quarter of Monaco’s population, while residents from more than 145 countries are drawn to the Principality by its stability and absence of personal i...

Prince Albert Uses La Vuelta to Promote Peace and Sport Initiative

Prince Albert led a 50-rider initiative involving former professional athletes and Peace and Sport champions alongside La Vuelta events in Monaco, using the international sporting occasion to promote dialogue and unity.

Monaco Hosts La Vuelta Opening Stages Under Major Cross-Border Security Operation

Monaco hosted the opening stages of Spain’s La Vuelta cycling tour with more than 130 Spanish Civil Guards working alongside Monaco’s Carabinieri to secure the Mediterranean route.

Monaco Yacht Show Confirms More Than 120 Superyachts and 40 World Premieres

The Monaco Yacht Show is preparing to bring more than 120 superyachts and 40 world premieres to Port Hercules in September while expanding its Blue Wake programme promoting lower-emission technologies and hybrid propulsion.

AS Monaco Basketball Appeals Expulsion as Ronaldinho Joins Takeover Talks

French basketball champion AS Monaco has submitted an emergency €6 million operating budget in an effort to remain in professional competition, while Brazilian football star Ronaldinho has reportedly joined Clayton Sport in negotiations ...

Monaco Private Banks Increase Client Exposure to AI Infrastructure Investments

Wealth managers in Monaco, including Union Bancaire Privée, are advising ultra-high-net-worth clients to increase exposure to data-centre and semiconductor equities following strong corporate earnings from businesses benefiting from arti...

Monaco Sees Growth in Independent Single-Family Offices

Monaco’s legal and financial advisers report accelerating formation of independent single-family offices as ultra-wealthy residents seek dedicated structures to manage cross-border taxation, asset protection and geopolitical risks outsid...

Large Luxury Homes Dominate Monaco New-Build Sales as Wealthy Families Relocate

Homes with three or more bedrooms accounted for more than 80% of Monaco’s new-build sales this year, according to Savills, reflecting stronger demand from wealthy international families establishing permanent residency in the Principality.

Société Générale Launches Dedicated Monaco Asset Manager for Wealthy Clients

Société Générale Private Banking has established SG IS Monaco, a locally licensed asset management company offering Monegasque investment funds and discretionary portfolio management as demand from sophisticated ultra-high-net-worth clie...

Monaco Property Resales Hit Record €3.2 Billion as Mareterra Homes Reach Secondary Market

Monaco’s property resale market reached a record €3.2 billion as newly completed Mareterra residences entered the secondary market, helping push average prices in Larvotto to an unprecedented €71,000 per square metre.

Monaco Moves to Introduce 15% Minimum Corporate Tax for Large Multinationals

Monaco’s government has submitted legislation introducing a 15% minimum effective tax rate for multinational groups with revenues above €750 million, bringing the Principality into line with international minimum-tax standards while seek...

Prince Albert II Leads Monaco Delegation at Mediterranean Games in Italy

Prince Albert II accompanied Monaco's athletes to the 20th Mediterranean Games in Taranto, using the regional sporting event to strengthen bilateral ties and promote the principality's international profile.

Monaco Oceanographic Museum Exhibition Passes One Million Visitors

An exhibition examining the future of the Mediterranean Sea has surpassed one million visitors at Monaco's Oceanographic Museum, supporting the principality's wider focus on marine conservation and environmental diplomacy.

Monte Carlo Hospitality Demand Rises as Monaco Hosts La Vuelta Cycling Stage

Monaco's luxury hospitality and sponsorship sectors reported strong late-summer demand as Prince Albert II launched a stage of the Spanish Grand Tour from the Prince's Palace, adding another major international sporting event to the prin...

Monaco Prepares Council of Europe Summit During Committee of Ministers Presidency

Monaco is preparing to host ambassadorial delegates at a September Council of Europe summit as the principality uses its presidency of the Committee of Ministers to advance regional legal cooperation.

Monaco Investors Maintain Exposure to US Technology and Private Markets, Barclays Says

Barclays Private Bank Monaco says wealthy clients continue to invest in US artificial intelligence infrastructure and emerging-market debt, while private-market alternatives account for as much as 40% of some major family-office portfolios.

Monaco and French Riviera Luxury Property Markets Remain Resilient as Wealthy Buyers Seek Long-Term Assets

Prime property brokerages including Sotheby's International Realty report continued demand across Monaco and the Côte d'Azur as billionaires and family offices acquire luxury real estate for wealth preservation and long-term holdings.

CFM Indosuez Expands Monaco Wealth Business With BNP Paribas Portfolio Integration

Credit Agricole-backed CFM Indosuez Wealth Management has integrated BNP Paribas wealth management teams and client portfolios in Monaco, expanding its capacity to serve the principality's international private banking market.

Monaco Private Banks Expand AI and Fintech Investment for Ultra-Wealthy Clients

Monegasque banks are investing in specialized artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure for portfolio risk analysis and cross-border compliance as they compete to serve international billionaires and complex family offices.

Monaco Yacht Show to Mark 35th Edition With More Than 120 Superyachts

More than 120 superyachts are expected at Port Hercules for the September Monaco Yacht Show, where shipyards and brokers are preparing to unveil 42 new vessels to private buyers and maritime investors.

Prince Albert II Mobilizes More Than €25 Billion for Ocean Conservation

Monaco is using partnerships with financial institutions including CFM Indosuez Wealth Management to channel more than €25 billion toward marine conservation and blue-economy technologies through private investment and international fina...

Monaco's €2 Billion Mareterra Development Pushes Property Values Above €100,000 Per Square Meter

Resale valuations in Monaco's newly completed Mareterra eco-district have surpassed €100,000 per square meter as strong demand from ultra-high-net-worth European buyers reinforces the principality's position as the world's most expensive...

Monaco Activates Drought Measures as Prolonged Dry Conditions Persist

The Princely Government has activated the vigilance stage of its national drought framework and urged households and businesses to reduce water consumption as persistent rainfall deficits affect Monaco and the wider French Riviera.

Prince Albert and Princess Charlene Express Solidarity With Nepal and Tibet After Flooding

The Princely Palace has issued messages of condolence and diplomatic support to communities in Nepal and the Tibet region following catastrophic cross-border flash flooding.

AS Monaco Extends Luxury Partnership with APM Monaco for Three More Years

AS Monaco has announced a three-year extension of its commercial partnership with jewellery brand APM Monaco, continuing the football club’s relationship with a prominent regional luxury and lifestyle brand.

Monaco Funds New Regional Train Carriages to Expand Cross-Border Transport Capacity

The Princely Government has confirmed funding for additional regional train carriages to increase public transport capacity along the French Riviera, reduce commuter congestion and support cross-border workers who are important to Monaco...

Monaco Wealthy Residents Turn Superyachts Into Floating Extensions of Luxury Homes

Wealth advisers and yacht brokers report that some Monaco residents are increasingly using superyachts as floating guest suites and private reception spaces, helping overcome the Principality’s severe shortage of physical space.