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IMF weighs in on BiMPay

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BiMPay could bring economic benefits to Barbados, but its...

Walters: Fix NHC problems

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Transferring ownership of National Housing Corporation (NHC) terrace units...

We must prepare for AI, says Nicholls

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The world of work is changing rapidly and Government...

BiMPay issues ‘should be sorted’ by next pay day

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Minister of Finance Ryan Straughn is hopeful that the...

21% more for food and drink

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Barbadians have been paying about 21 per cent more...

Barbados tops CDB evaluation

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Barbados has stood out as the strongest performers among...
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Electric vehicle domination by 2040

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An estimated $2.3 billion will be spent on the purchase of cars over a 20-year period ending in 2040 as Barbados accelerates the adoption...
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Less reliance on cash

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BARBADIANS are reducing their dependence on cash. The Central Bank of Barbados says that based on the amount of currency in circulation, the public is...
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$1.2b trade deficit

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As concerns about the global impact of higher United States (US) tariffs persist, Barbados’ trade deficit has widened. Official data shows that so far in 2025...
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Plan points to injection needed to meet 2040 target

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Government’s “ambitious” plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions while ensuring universal access to reliable and affordable electricity requires an injection of $19 billion by...
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No delaying minimum wage hike

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There will be no delay in the promised national minimum wage increase. Minister of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector Colin Jordan says Cabinet has...
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Barbadians given more time to register for Solidarity Allowance

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Barbadians now have until July 31 to register for the $300 Solidarity Allowance. Minister in the Ministry of Finance, Ryan Straughn, announced this today during...
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Minimum wage increase to take effect June 1

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Cabinet has decided that the national minimum wage increase will proceed on June 1. Minister of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector, Colin Jordan, said...
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Barbados must ‘adapt to keep wooing investors’

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Barbados must continue to make legislative and regulatory improvements if it wants to continue attracting local and foreign investment. Minister of Educational Transformation Chad Blackman...
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BHL nets $12m after taxes

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Barbados-based beverage group Banks Holdings Limited (BHL) recorded “robust” profitability last year despite reduced revenue and a higher corporate tax bill. Chairman Luis M. Alvarez...
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$2.26m loss for dairy

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Barbados Dairy Industries Limited is reporting a $2.26 million loss following a challenging 2024 when global supply chain challenges hurt milk powder availability and...
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