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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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10-MINUTE MANAGER: Roberto Pereyra

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Roberto Pereyra is chef at UMI Restaurant, Sugar Bay ResortAre you where you’ve always wanted to be?As a professional chef I always want to...
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THE HOYOS FILE: Changing lanes in a slow-moving race

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Q in the Community patrons side-step in unison to the music of long-dead country singers, Kadooment revellers bend down a lot as they move...
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ON THE RIGHT: Harmonious regional growth is possible

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Is a regional economic model the answer for Caribbean countries?We come from different places in terms of natural resources, in some cases language, religion,...
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ON THE LEFT: Competitiveness a recipe for growth

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Is a regional economic model the answer for Caribbean countries?Caribbean Development Bank borrowing member countries (BMCs) have experienced low and volatile growth over the...
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THE ISSUE: Economic integration a proven model

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Is a regional economic model the answer for Caribbean countries?THE CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) is not very topical these days. Protracted economic...
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AS I SEE THINGS: Economic amnesia

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Not too long ago, former Prime Minister Sir Lloyd Erskine Sandiford was wondering what went wrong that the Barbadian economy had once again deteriorated significantly.It...
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