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85 years of standing up for workers

The Barbados Workers’ Union (BWU) was established on October 4, 1941, at a time when working people were demanding a greater say in their lives and livelihoods. What started with...
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Fitch keeps B+ rating with a positive outlook

Fitch has affirmed its B+ with a positive outlook credit rating for Barbados, dashing the authorities’ previous hope...
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CIF hoping people make use of US$25m available

Organisers of the Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) 2026, now being held in Barbados, are hoping that participants will...
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Costly funding challenge for renewables

Financial barriers, including lenders wary of what they believe are higher risks in the Caribbean, are hindering renewable...
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BETCUL celebrates 60 years of service

What began in 1965 as a simple idea among ten Cable & Wireless employees has grown into six...
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US$144m savings boost for Barbados

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Barbados has secured more than US$144 million in fiscal savings through innovative debtfor- nature and debt-forclimate transactions, creating financial room for major investments in...
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Ministry: Six companies seek exploration licences

Shawn Cumberbatch -
Government’s quest to find commercially-viable oil and natural gas resources offshore Barbados has caught the international oil industry’s attention. The Ministry of Energy, Business Development...
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US-Canada trade war worry 

Shawn Cumberbatch -
Minister of Finance Ryan Straughn is concerned about the “collateral damage” that Barbados could suffer as the United States (US) and Canada weaponise tariffs...
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Economist warns of foreign exchange squeeze

Shawn Cumberbatch -
One of Barbados’ leading economists sees some challenges around the corner for the country if the trend of rising international interest rates persists. Winston Moore,...
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BHTA reports growth in major tourism markets

Josue Ramirez Nelson -
Barbados has maintained a firm position as one of the Caribbean’s top destinations despite the challenges of a highly competitive and rapidly changing global...
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BLPC powering a nation for 115 years

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For 115 years, the story of electricity in Barbados has been closely connected to the island’s social and economic development. From the first electricity...
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