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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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‘Urgent’ meeting

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THE ENTIRE PRIVATE SECTOR of Barbados is being called out with a “sense of urgency” to address this country’s burgeoning economic problems.Barbados needs to...
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The gender dynamics of corporate life

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OVER THE PAST decade the demands of the corporate world have increased ten-fold, resulting in ever increasing time driven demands on executives in order...
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THE HOYOS FILE: For Gabriel, rum is an uplifting experience

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I feel that fine spirits is what separates the man from the beast . . . . No one ever saw a dog or...
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IMF ‘SOON’

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DESPITE GOVERNMENT’S PUBLIC REJECTION of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, a regional economist says one is bound to come sooner rather than later.Royal...
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Borrow with caution

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BARBADIAN CONSUMERS ARE being warned that their financial stability could be destroyed if they do not borrow cautiously.Barbados Workers’ Union Co-operative Credit Union Limited...
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Cost control a real problem

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HOSPITALITY COMPANIES IN Barbados and the Caribbean might be paying the price for having inadequate purchasing and cost control practices.Caribbean hospitality consultant Lisa Beckles,...
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Mixed ruling

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