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...

POWER TOP-UPS

BARBADIANS WHO ARE HOT on prepaid cellphones will soon have the option of topping up the electricity to their homes when the supply runs low.With prepaid...

Come with a plan

THE SINGLE BIGGEST HOLDER of Caribbean government debt is giving most of the region, including Barbados, a failing grade for not articulating a clear plan for...

ON THE RIGHT: Not business as usual

SEVENTY-NINE COUNTRIES from Sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific will speak with one voice as they prepare to negotiate a major partnership framework...

ON THE LEFT: Need to enhance relations

THE EUROPEAN UNION (EU) and the Caribbean share a long history, culture and a broad base of common values. Through its outermost regions, associated...

THE ISSUE: A new era of relations

IN RECENT TIMES, much attention has been focused on the impact the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) will have on...

10-MINUTE MANAGER: Ian Blanchard

ARE YOU WHERE you’ve always wanted to be?Yes, I am. I had a desire to be a chief executive officer at Cable & Wireless...