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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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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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OUTSIDE THE BOX: Gov’t debt . . . for the people

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IN A RECENT conversation with an old friend, I was surprised by the apathy she displayed not only for political parties of all colours...
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10-MINUTE MANAGER: Ruth Hope

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Are you where you’ve always wanted to be?Honestly, no, not quite. However, I do believe that I am where I should be. I believe...
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Phone consumers cutting cord

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CONSUMERS ARE “cutting the cord” but Cable & Wireless is determined not to let its fixed voice business die.C&W Caribbean president Garry Sinclair said...
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Elegant Group moves to acquire Treasure Beach in Barbados

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ELEGANT HOTELS GROUP PLC has announced that it has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire Treasure Beach Limited, which owns the 4-star, 35-room...
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THE HOYOS FILE: CWC directs its new laser beam at landlines

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“As we head into 2017, we are laser focused on improving the results at CWC . . . ” – John Fries, chief executive...
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