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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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TOURISM MATTERS: Giving up VAT to get visitors

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THE GOVERNMENT OF Argentina has taken the bold move to remove, with immediate effect, the 21 per cent value added tax (VAT) on accommodation...
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To-do list for tourism

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A REGIONAL OFFICIAL has compiled a lengthy to-do list as part of efforts to ensure Caribbean tourism improves this year.In a 2016 Year In...
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Flowers and gift basket business takes bloom

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FLOWERS, ESPECIALLY ORCHIDS which bloom in so many colours and shapes, are her favourites.Inspired to take up floral arranging after seeing the designs and...
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AS I SEE THINGS: Brexit: A glance into the future

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EVEN THOUGH IT is impossible for anyone to predict what will be the true implications of Brexit for both the United Kingdom and global...
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10-MINUTE MANAGER: Corrie Brewster

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ARE YOU WHERE you’ve always wanted to be?At this point in my life I would say, no, not at the moment. During childhood stage,...
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Caution on Digicel bonds

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DIGICEL, A MAJOR communications service provider in Barbados and the Caribbean, is facing fresh concerns about its financial performance.Two months ago, the company dismissed...
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