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...

Arlene turns talents into dollars

THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT Crop Over that moves Arlene Olive to get involved. Not only is it a time for business people like her to make...

Jamaica eyeing Barbados market

BARBADOS IS ONE of three major Caribbean markets that have attracted the attention of Jamaican exporters.Next month, JAMPRO, Jamaica’s trade and investment promotions agency,...

Regional tourism needs reforming

THE TOURISM INDUSTRY is changing, and Caribbean countries must adapt in order to make the most of the emerging economic development opportunities.That’s the conclusion...

Credit union supports school

BARBADOS PUBLIC WORKERS’ Cooperative Credit Union Ltd. (BPWCCUL) is continuing to enhance its corporate social responsibility.BPWCCUL adopted Belmont Primary School and has been making...

Hurdle for American pork

AMERICAN PORK PRODUCERS might be licking their chops at the prospect of exporting to Barbados.However, Barbados’ 186 per cent duty on the importation of...

Insurers feeling uneasy

THE GLOBAL INSURANCE industry’s ability to confront structural and technological changes is now the greatest risk it faces, according to a new survey of...