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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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BEC: Farewell 2016, welcome 2017

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TWENTY-SIXTEEN was another very challenging year for most employers in Barbados. It is useful for us to take a look back and use any...
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Walcott stepping down as BEC boss

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THE BARBADOS EMPLOYERS’ Confederation (BEC) executive director Tony Walcott is leaving the organisation after serving in that position since May 18, 2009.During his tenure...
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50th bash puts dent in profits

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THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY Independence celebrations took a bite out of Christmas shopping.This was the word from president of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and...
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ON THE RIGHT: Too much risk for consumers

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Is fuel hedging a good policy for Barbados to pursue? While hedging has proved to be beneficial in reducing volatility, it also comes with significant...
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ON THE LEFT: Taking advantage of low fuel prices

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Is fuel hedging a good policy for Barbados to pursue? The Barbados Light & Power Company Limited (BL&P) would like to implement a fuel hedging...
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THE ISSUE: Savings not definite

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Is fuel hedging a good policy for Barbados to pursue?Up to last week’s decision from the Fair Trading Commission (FTC), most news about fuel...
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