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Monaco Swimmer Lisa Pou Concludes International Campaign After Narrow Paris Final Miss

Monegasque marathon swimmer Lisa Pou has completed her international campaign after narrowly missing the podium in the three-kilometer knockout final in Paris, concluding a widely celebrated period of competition for Monaco.

Monaco Hosts Opening of Vuelta a España to Strengthen International Sporting Profile

Monaco hosted the opening stages of the Vuelta a España cycling Grand Tour, attracting international spectators and broadcast attention as the principality continues to promote itself as a destination for major sporting events.

Monaco Engineering Firms Supply Components for Future U.S. Lunar Missions

Advanced engineering companies in Monaco are providing specialized components for upcoming U.S. lunar exploration programs led by NASA, highlighting the principality’s growing activity in high-technology manufacturing.

Monaco Defends Judicial Handling of International Financial Investigation Criticized by Ukraine

Monaco’s public prosecutor has rejected criticism from Ukraine over the handling of the Ermolaev case, defending the independence and legal compliance of the principality’s financial justice system.

Monaco Names Former French Environment Minister to Prince Albert II Foundation Board

Brune Poirson, a former French secretary of state for ecological transition, has joined the board of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, bringing government experience to its work on marine conservation, biodiversity and climate i...

Monaco Yacht Show Expands Luxury Networking and Media Facilities for Superyacht Industry

The Monaco Yacht Show is adding an exclusive hospitality lounge and dedicated broadcast facilities through partnerships with international luxury maritime publishers, creating a networking environment for superyacht owners and industry e...

Monaco Moves to Strengthen Its Position as a Global Hub for Wealth Management

Private bankers, family office executives and international portfolio managers are gathering in Monaco to discuss private markets, artificial intelligence in financial advice, European regulation and the transfer of wealth between genera...

Monaco Yacht Show Lists 120 Superyachts With Italian Builders Dominating Fleet

The Monaco Yacht Show’s official fleet includes 120 superyachts, with Italian shipbuilders such as Sanlorenzo and Benetti accounting for more than half of the vessels scheduled to appear at the event.

Gabe Newell to Showcase $650 Million Superyacht Fleet at Monaco Yacht Show

Valve co-founder Gabe Newell is set to present the 364-foot Leviathan and its support vessel Draak at Port Hercules, with the fleet designed around marine science, ocean exploration and high-performance gaming rather than conventional lu...

Monaco Takes Presidency of Council of Europe Committee of Ministers for First Time

Monaco has assumed the presidency of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe for the first time, giving the principality an opportunity to advance its diplomatic priorities across European institutions.

Monaco’s SBM Expands Casino Square Residential Development to Meet Luxury Housing Demand

Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer is modernizing and expanding premium residential properties around Casino Square, combining contemporary architecture with hotel services as demand from international luxury buyers continues to rise.

Monaco Advances Financial Reforms as It Seeks Early Exit From FATF Grey List

Monaco’s government is accelerating regulatory and financial compliance reforms as it seeks to secure an early removal from the Financial Action Task Force grey list and strengthen international confidence in the principality’s financial...

Mareterra Development Pushes Monaco’s Prime Property Values Above €100,000 Per Square Meter

The Portier Cove land reclamation project has established a new level of luxury pricing in Monaco, with property valuations in the Mareterra district exceeding €100,000 per square meter and reshaping the principality’s high-end market.

Monaco Property Prices Reach €57,569 Per Square Meter, Cementing Status as World’s Most Expensive Market

Monaco’s statistics institute reports that severe land scarcity and sustained demand from ultra-high-net-worth buyers have pushed average property values to €57,569 per square meter, reinforcing the principality’s position as Europe’s pr...

Why 2027 Could Be a Strong Year for Stocks—and Why the Forecast Is Fragile

A bullish case rests on continued profit growth, easing policy uncertainty and a broader payoff from AI investment; high valuations leave little room for disappointment.

Monte Carlo Heritage Exhibitions Showcase Classic Cars and Monaco’s Motorsport History

A series of historic automotive exhibitions in Monte Carlo is showcasing vehicles including the Delahaye 135 MS Coupe, combining the Principality’s motorsport heritage with luxury cultural programming for international collectors and ent...

Monaco Introduces Random Drug Testing for Public Bus Drivers

Monaco’s national bus operator has introduced mandatory random drug testing for drivers as part of broader efforts to strengthen safety standards across the Principality’s public transport network.

Acquera Yachting Expands Monaco Yacht Show Presence as Riviera Refit Demand Rises

Acquera Yachting is expanding its participation at the Monaco Yacht Show as demand for high-value superyacht refit work grows across Riviera shipyards ahead of the Caribbean winter charter season.

Oceanco Plans Dual Superyacht Showcase at Monaco Yacht Show

Superyacht builder Oceanco plans to display both a new-build yacht and a major rebuild project at the Monaco Yacht Show as it targets ultra-high-net-worth clients seeking vessels amid constrained global shipyard capacity.

Monaco Expands Mconnect Digital Identity Workshops for Residents and Businesses

Monaco’s Maison du Numérique has launched educational workshops on the Mconnect digital identity system, supporting the government’s push to expand secure digital services for residents and international businesses.

Monaco’s Exotic Garden Adds Evening Concerts to Summer Cultural Program

The Municipality of Monaco has introduced evening concerts at the Jardin Exotique, combining the site’s botanical heritage and Mediterranean views with new cultural programming aimed at visitors during the peak summer season.

Monaco Heritage Institute Launches Architectural Tours of Mareterra District

Monaco’s Heritage Institute has introduced guided tours of the Mareterra luxury district, giving visitors and prospective investors greater insight into the sustainable land reclamation project that is reshaping part of the Principality’...

AS Monaco Beats Getafe in Pre-Season Match Ahead of New Competitive Campaign

AS Monaco defeated Getafe at the Stade Louis II in a pre-season match as the club continues preparations for the upcoming Ligue One season and UEFA Conference League campaign.

Fire at Port Hercules Tender Extinguished Before Spreading to Superyachts

Monaco’s emergency services quickly extinguished a fire aboard a tender in Port Hercules, preventing the blaze from spreading to nearby superyachts and limiting the risk to high-value vessels in the marina.

Monaco Grand Prix Hospitality Operators Report Strong Advance Demand for Next Season

Premium travel and hospitality operators on the French Riviera are reporting a sharp increase in advance VIP reservations for the next Formula One Monaco Grand Prix, underscoring the race’s importance to international corporate hospitali...

Monaco Luxury Property Prices Hold at Historic Highs Amid Severe Housing Supply Constraints

Prime residential property prices in Monaco remain at historic levels as demand from European and Middle Eastern ultra-high-net-worth buyers meets a severe shortage of new turnkey developments in the Carré d’Or and Larvotto districts.

Monte Carlo Summer Festival Drives Strong Luxury Hospitality Demand During August Peak

The Monte Carlo Summer Festival has entered its peak August schedule with international artists performing at the Salle des Etoiles, driving strong occupancy and luxury hospitality demand across the Monte Carlo Société des Bains de Mer h...

Yacht Club de Monaco Showcases Maritime Heritage at United States Classic Sailing Regatta

The historic gaff cutter Viola has crossed the Atlantic to represent the Yacht Club de Monaco at the Corinthian Classic regatta in Massachusetts, promoting Monaco’s maritime heritage among North American sailing circles.

Monaco Athletics Festival Opens With Urban High-Jump Event on Quai Albert Premier

The Monegasque Athletics Federation has held the inaugural Monaco Athletics Festival with Olympic champion Mutaz Barshim, turning the Quai Albert Premier into an elite high-jump venue and adding a new event to Monaco’s summer sporting ca...

Monaco and French Police Arrest Suspect Linked to 1.5 Million Euro Luxury Property Theft

Monegasque and French authorities have arrested a suspect in Amiens in connection with the theft of one point five million euros from an elderly Monaco resident, following a cross-border investigation into the luxury property crime.

Monaco Confirms International Judicial Cooperation in Investigation of Ukrainian Businessman Explosion

Monaco’s public prosecutor has confirmed cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies in the investigation into an explosion targeting Ukrainian businessman Vadim Ermolaev, as the Principality faces international scrutiny over the c...

Monaco Finalizes Infrastructure and Security Plans for Vuelta a España Grand Depart

Monaco has completed key urban infrastructure and security preparations for hosting the Grand Depart of the Vuelta a España later this month, with the cycling event expected to generate international exposure and boost premium hospitalit...

Monaco Private Banks Offer Senior Wealth Managers Up to 280,000 Euros as Talent Competition Intensifies

Senior relationship managers at Monaco’s private banks and family offices are securing compensation packages of up to two hundred and eighty thousand euros as financial institutions compete for specialists to manage growing inflows of ul...

Monaco Yacht Show Reports Record Average Superyacht Length Ahead of September Exhibition

The Monaco Yacht Show says the average length of superyachts in the global order book has reached a record forty-one metres despite a slight contraction in total new-build orders, reflecting growing demand for larger bespoke vessels such...

Prince Albert II Foundation Appoints Former French Secretary of State Brune Poirson to Board

Former French Secretary of State for Ecological Transition Brune Poirson has joined the board of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, bringing international climate negotiation experience as the foundation expands its work on ocean...

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.

Monaco Expands International Partnerships to Protect Mediterranean Marine Ecosystems

The Monaco government and affiliated royal charities are increasing funding and international cooperation aimed at protecting endangered marine ecosystems across the Mediterranean, continuing the Principality’s focus on ocean conservatio...

Monaco Refines Digital Asset Rules for Wealth Management and Family Offices

Monaco’s financial authorities are continuing to develop regulations for digital finance and cryptocurrency as banks and family offices respond to growing interest from younger ultra-high-net-worth investors and internationally managed p...

French Riviera Luxury Hotels and Leisure Businesses See Strong High-Net-Worth Demand

Luxury hotels, yacht charter companies and fine-dining businesses across Monaco, Cannes and Saint-Tropez are reporting strong late-summer bookings, reflecting continued demand from wealthy international visitors to the Côte d’Azur.

AS Monaco Finalizes Squad Ahead of Ligue 1 and UEFA Conference League Campaigns

AS Monaco is completing its preseason fixtures and finalizing its squad as the club prepares for the new Ligue 1 season and its European campaign in the UEFA Conference League.

Monaco Property Prices Remain Elevated as International Buyers Seek Scarce Housing

Savills reports that Monaco property prices remain historically high as wealthy buyers from Europe and the Middle East continue purchasing residential assets, with limited housing supply supporting the market despite global economic unce...

Monte-Carlo Summer Festival Heads Toward August Finale After Strong Cultural Season

The Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer is preparing the closing performances of its summer musical festival at the Salle des Étoiles and Opéra Garnier after a season that attracted international audiences to the Riviera.

Global Superyacht Market Shifts Toward Larger Vessels Ahead of Monaco Yacht Show

Industry data ahead of the thirty-fifth Monaco Yacht Show shows that although the number of new yacht projects has declined, average vessel size and tonnage have reached record levels, with leading shipyards booked through the end of the...