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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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3D dinner almost ready

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Columbia University is working on a new 3D food printer that can produce and cook a variety of dishes from frozen base ingredients.They also...
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SOTIC conference coming next month

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SEVERAL PROMINENT TOURISM officials from across the region will gather in Barbados next month to attend the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Business Meetings and...
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Brexit won’t kill Caribbean tourism

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The United Kingdom’s (UK) controversial decision to exit the European Union (EU) has not dimmed the “bright future” facing Caribbean tourism.The region received this...
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TOURISM MATTERS: Getting the hired car facts straight

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When I read an article captioned “Slow Crop Over For Car Rental Businesses”, in one section of the media, I was quite surprised, as...
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Reduced cover puts Emera up $67 million

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Canadian energy company Emera has landed a $67 million windfall after reducing the insurance covering its subsidiary Barbados Light & Power (BL&P) against catastrophe.The...
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BEHIND THE HEADLINES: Relax, Dr Worrell, you are not alone

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As Barbados inches towards Tuesday’s Budget Day consider some newspaper headlines.“Danger In Central Bank Note Printing” reported the Nation almost 18 months ago when...
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