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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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Digicel in new Galaxy

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DIGICEL HAS LAUNCHED Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+the latest and hottest smartphones from Samsung’s Galaxy flagship line.These smartphones push the boundaries of traditional...
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Fiscal policy the better option

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FISCAL POLICY MEASURES are the best way for Barbados to maintain its preferred currency exchange rate vis-à-vis the United States dollar.That’s the recommendation of...
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Nokia takes its relaunched 3310 ‘brick’ home to Finland

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HELSINKI – Nokia relaunched its simple but classic 3310 phone in its home market of Finland on Wednesday, hoping a wave of nostalgia may...
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First Caribbean gives thanks

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CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank recently hosted a day-long celebration in honour of two of its greatest assets – its staff and clients.May 15 was...
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Breakthrough for Bitt

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BARBADOS-BASED FINANCIAL technology pioneer Bitt Inc. has joined forces with an American counterpart to offer a new central bank product that could be a...
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Competition policy matters

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Henry Su was the featured speaker at the Fair Trading Commission’s Competition Law and Policy Training Programme, which was held in March. A trial...
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