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...

History on Holetown’s side

IMPROVEMENTS TO HOLETOWN have started but there is room for further enhancements to the historic town.That’s the thinking behind the latest community plan for...

Barbados economy will rebound

ANSA MERCHANT BANK LIMITED (AMBL) is confident the Barbados economy is on the cusp of a resurgence.And the regional financier, which is based in...

Earning her own dough

ALEXANDRIA DAVIS is not afraid to tell you that she is a picky eater.In fact, her discerning palate is one of the main reasons...

BHTA to honour founders

THE HIGHLIGHT of the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association’s (BHTA) 65th Anniversary Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 14, at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford...

Elegant Hotels striving for more

BARBADOS-BASED Elegant Hotels Group plc is making moves to enhance its corporate profile and financial performance.The company, which owns and operates seven upscale freehold...

Helping hand for business

AT A TIME of major economic challenge, the Barbados Hotel & Tourism Association (BHTA) has launched an innovative effort to increase revenue and generate...