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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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Director not backing down

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DIRECTOR OF THE Barbados Vocational Training Board (BVTB), Henderson Thompson, yesterday admitted that Jasmine Valerie Payne was the only employee who was dismissed or...
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Govt focusing on youth unemployment

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WHILE GENERAL UNEMPLOYMENT continues to decline, youth unemployment continues to be of concern to the Government. Minister of Labour Dr Esther Byer Suckoo said that...
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Worrell praises beauty industry

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THE ENTREPRISING SPIRIT is alive and well, says the head of the Central Bank of Barbados.Governor Dr DeLisle Worrell was speaking on Sunday at...
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TOURISM MATTERS: Tourism a loser in Budget 2016

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Politics aside, unless I have missed something, there was very little in the Budget that will stimulate either domestic or international tourism.Maybe the ability...
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Gas prices ‘don’t make sense’

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BARBADOS IS AMONG countries which charge the highest for gasoline around the world, according to a pricing website.Globalpetrolprices.com displays gasoline prices globally on a...
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Price jump caution

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ANY TALK OF a sudden price increase on products come Thursday is just hot air.Or so it should be, said Minister of Finance Chris...
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Mixed ruling

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