Business

Economic growth slows for Barbados

Barbados’ economy has now expanded for 21 consecutive quarters. However, with international uncertainty – especially the war in the Middle East taking a toll – economic growth has slowed. Central Bank...

Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

The Barbados Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is calling for a more collaborative and evidence-based response so...

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...

Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

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

AM Best upgrades Sagicor

Financial services group Sagicor Financial Company Limited, including its Barbados-based subsidiaries, has received a series of credit rating...

Battery expert powers up

BARBADIAN CARLTON CUMMINS’ pioneering mission to transform end-of-life batteries (EoL) into energy storage solutions has secured a major financial boost in England.On the heels...

Wyndham project ‘playing by rules’

THE MAJOR PLAYERS in the redevelopment of Sam Lord’s Castle have given the assurance that they are operating above board.That word has come from...

Barbados a green magnet

A LEADING CARIBBEAN manufacturer with Barbados connections is keen on doing more business here.And its interest has a lot to do with Barbados’ focus...

Budget targets hard to achieve

WHILE I AM satisfied with the depth of the fiscal adjustment ($542 million), and I agree fully with the minister that the fiscal deficit...

Minister Sinckler to hear budgetary concerns

MINISTER OF FINANCE, Christopher Sinckler, will meet with a number of organisations over the next two days to discuss concerns relating to the recently...

Beneficial ownership: Corporate striptease (Part 2)

THERE ARE THREE issues which are essential to the establishment of an effective beneficial ownership regime; ownership, control and transparency.The Financial Action Task Force...