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...

Spa treatment for children

WHEB IESHA EDWARDS had to come up with a project for a course she was enrolled in the Samuel Jackman Polytechnic last year, she...

BEHIND THE HEADLINES: Whither US-Caribbean engagement?

THE PAST DECADE has been an era of mixed economic and social fortunes for Caribbean countries.Tough at times for some – St Lucia, Barbados,...

Real estate hope

THE FOUR SEASONS PROJECT resembles a construction ghost town, but the real estate industry is hoping to breathe some life into a neighbouring piece...

OUTSIDE THE BOX: The implications of Brexit

IN A DEMOCRATIC system, a government can inherit problems of the previous government or perhaps complicatedly as in the United Kingdom because of a...

Amusement centre comes to Barbados

CANADIAN INVESTORS have plugged close to half-million dollars into the Barbados Entertainment Centre (BEC).The island’s newest entertainment facility, which opened its doors on March...

Sir Richard shares secrets of success

SIR RICHARD BRANSON has done it all in business, and now his attention is turning to inspiring young leaders and fighting big global causes.Yesterday...