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...

ON THE LEFT: Business must also reform

ALL CORPORATIONS SEEK to differentiate themselves and look for new ways to create value. But when many traditional routes have been exhausted, how does...

THE ISSUE: Private sector as economic leader

SHOULD GOVERNMENT simply be the facilitator of commerce and allow the private sector to take the lead in providing jobs and championing economic activity?...

Comissiong plans to protest Hyatt development

A WARNING is being sent to Government and the developers of world-acclaimed brand Hyatt who plan to soon begin construction of a multi-storey hotel...

Foreigners getting better breaks?

LOCAL ADVOCATES of the solar energy industry feel that they are being sidelined when it comes to getting permission to embark on large projects.This...

Deltro Solar coming to Barbados

THE ALTERNATIVE ENERGY sector of Barbados will be boosted, thanks to the development of Deltro Solar, a 20 megawatt solar farm to be constructed...

UNWTO: Growth continues in tourism global market

World tourism continues to grow.That’s based on the latest information released by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). It said destinations worldwide received...