Business

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...

Port reforms ‘could save $19m’

The Barbados Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is calling for a more collaborative and evidence-based response so...

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...

Heat drives rush for ACs, fans

As Barbados braces for intense heat in August, retailers are reporting stronger demand for fans and air conditioning...

AM Best upgrades Sagicor

Financial services group Sagicor Financial Company Limited, including its Barbados-based subsidiaries, has received a series of credit rating...

THE ISSUE: Housing still a national challenge

Is the provision of housing still a major issue?Housing is generally viewed as a basic need of all human beings. Over the years, owning...

Burger King buying local

THE POULTRY INDUSTRY has found an ally in businessman Ralph “Bizzy” Williams and his fast-food chain Burger King.While speaking at the opening of the...

Search for beach property investor

THE PRIVATE SECTOR is continuing its effort to help quench Barbados’ thirst for investment.As debate over the construction of a new Hyatt hotel in...

Profits a-popping

Just over a year ago, Phillip Kellman started selling popcorn in the car park at a supermarket chain.It was his girlfriend Amina Best who...

THE HOYOS FILE: IMF accentuates the positive

The Barbados economy appears to have “turned the corner with activity picking up,” says the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its latest review. But, and...

Sinckler: Don’t Panic

SEPTEMBER 1 IT IS.The start of the much-talked about social responsibility levy is on course, even as a local tax specialist calls for its...