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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 Middle East taking a toll – economic growth has slowed. Central Bank...
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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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AM Best upgrades Sagicor

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

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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...
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Manor in limbo

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THE GARRISON IS synonymous with horse racing but a local credit union is in no hurry to redevelop a property it owns in the...
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Business folk ‘must tell of challenges’

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ENTREPRENEURS HAVE BEEN ASKED to tell their stories so as to inspire those who want to pursue a similar journey.This came from general manager...
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New accounting standard

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THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY in Barbados and the region should prepare for significant impact from a new accounting standard.Recently professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers gave notice...
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IMF economic forecast: Bouncing back from recession

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SHIFTS IN THE global landscape are taking place following disappointing growth in 2016. Momentum picked up in the second half of 2016, and the...
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BHTA congratulates Affonso-Dass on CHTA appointment

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THE BARBADOS HOTEL and Tourism Association (BHTA) has extended congratulations to Patricia Affonso-Dass, who was named the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association's (CHTA) president-elect...
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