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Bajans borrowing more

Institutions and households are borrowing more money from financial institutions. They secured about $264 million in loans during the six-month period ended June 30, the Central Bank of Barbados shared...
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Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the...
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Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

The Barbados Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is calling for a more collaborative and evidence-based response so...
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Celebrating 70 Years of supporting Barbadian businesses

For 70 years, the Barbados Employers’ Confederation (BEC) has been helping to shape how we work in Barbados. Most...
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Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

As Barbados braces for intense heat in August, retailers are reporting stronger demand for fans and air conditioning...
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Travel creating most jobs

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THE TOURISM INDUSTRY trumps financial sector in the provision of jobs.That’s the major finding of new World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) research. The...
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Cockspur Rum brand sold

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GEL SUPERMARKETS (St Lucia) Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Goddard Enterprises Limited (GEL), has concluded an agreement to sell its majority interest in International...
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CDB identifies key priorities

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CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK’S (CDB) Governors recently identified environmental sustainability, gender equality and private sector growth as key priorities for the region.This took place at...
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Battle for millions

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DOZENS OF CREDITORS, including Government, are facing an uphill battle to recoup millions of dollars owed by the English developers of two abandoned tourism...
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Shuttle service may come to Town

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A SHUTTLE SERVICE could be in the works for Bridgetown to help shoppers with their parcels and to cut down on parking headaches.Managing director...
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CEO: Keep taxes off smartphones

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THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER of Promotech Barbados, Kailash Pardasani, is calling for smartphones to remain duty-free.He said that if such devices are taxed, Barbadians...
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