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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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ON THE RIGHT: Region must seize Brexit moment

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Now Brexit has been triggered, does the Caribbean have anything to fear? As I see it, the possible options for post-Brexit United Kingdom-CARICOM/CARIFORUM trading relations...
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ON THE LEFT: Brexit calls for regional integration

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Now Brexit has been triggered, does the Caribbean have anything to fear? The ramifications of the United Kingdom’s (UK) decision to leave the European Union...
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OCM profit margin declines

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ONE CARIBBEAN MEDIA (OCM) has recorded a profit before tax of TT$86.5 million (US$12.8 million) for its financial year ended December 31, 2016.OCM, with...
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THE ISSUE: Brexit concerns intensify

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Now Brexit has been triggered, does the Caribbean have anything to fear? Nine months ago, a majority of British nationals shocked the world when they...
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Rubis’ market share growing

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RUBIS BARBADOS says it is continuing to increase its market share.Chief executive officer of Rubis West Indies Ltd, Mauricio Nicholls, said their retail share...
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AS I SEE THINGS: Social security, economic development nexus (part 2)

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Last week’s contribution looked at the relationship between social security and economic development from a conceptual basis. To advance the discussions it is important...
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