Thursday, May 7, 2026

Business

Bank warns of fraudsters

A bank is warning its clients about increased attempts by fraudsters to gain access to their personal information, especially by telephone. CIBC Caribbean, in a press release, said that in...

ICBL core business ‘still profitable’

Insurance Corporation of Barbados Limited (ICBL) is reporting another profitable period, as management targets an improvement in investment...

‘Fix productivity puzzle for growth’

Barbados and other Caribbean countries can unlock more economic growth, but first they must fix the complex, yet...

Economists raise questions about over-reliance on sector

Barbados’ economic stability is dangerously over-reliant on tourism and could quickly unravel if that sector falters, economist Professor...

Bubba’s Restaurant celebrating 30 years

Bubba’s Sports Bar and Restaurant is celebrating 30 years in business, having opened its doors on April 26,...

‘Flexible career paths the future’

A majority of Caribbean finance professionals surveyed believe flexible career paths will replace traditional roles by 2035. In a new survey by ACCA (the Association...

Wrong information impacting tax refunds

Corporate and individual tax payers could be missing out on refunds, or getting them late, because their bank information is incorrect. Junior Dottin, senior policy...

CDB’s Integrity Office sees spike in cases

The Caribbean Development Bank's (CDB) Office of Integrity, Compliance and Accountability (ICA) is reflecting on “a significantly increased volume of intake and intensity of...

Jama Masjid Mosque marks 75 years of community and faith 

Long before the Jama Masjid Mosque became a landmark on Kensington New Road, St Michael, a small group of pioneers determined they needed a...

Governor points to significance of BERT 2026

With the Mia Amor Mottley administration returned to office for a third term, the plan to transform Barbados’ economy must now take centre stage,...

Digital banking platform for small businesses

CIBC Caribbean has just launched its Business Banking Digital Client Onboarding (DCO) feature, which it says is a modern, mobile first solution that allows...