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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 that Barbadians can benefit from a reduced cost of living. This includes...
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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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Fees fuel bank profits

Commercial banks are consistently making a large share of their profits from fees, including $152.6 million collected in...
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ICBL CEO resigns

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THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS of the Insurance Corporation of Barbados Limited (ICBL) today announced Ingrid Innes had resigned as Managing Director and Chief Executive...
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Debt burden despite growth

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NOT EVEN 1.6 PER CENT economic growth last year was enough to loosen the vice grip of high debt and weakening foreign earnings now...
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Central Bank reports 1.6 per cent growth in 2016

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THE CENTRAL BANK of Barbados says the economy grew by 1.6 per cent in 2016 and expansion of two per cent is expected for...
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IMF to declare hand in April

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THE CENTRAL BANK will give its latest report card on the Barbados economy today, but Barbadians have to wait until April for the International...
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TOURISM MATTERS: Airbnb sees value of restaurants

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Airbnb has taken yet another step in its quest to broaden its influence beyond accommodations, according to a recent article in the industry news...
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BEC: A new you with competency-based education

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Competency-based education creates the platform for persons to advance, based on their ability to master a skill or competency at their own pace regardless...
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