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...

Sharing a must in business

It is “really important” for people who have knowledge and skills to share them with those who do not, says small businesswoman Kebra Smith.“We...

Bridges that won’t fall down

A new generation of indestructible bridges could be possible, thanks to research from the University of Warwick.Emeritus Professor Wanda Lewis, in the School of...

AS I SEE THINGS: Development strategy

Imagine a ship sailing through turbulent waters in the open Caribbean seas with destination, Barbados, but the captain has no known technology to allow...

Sagicor makes move to Bermuda

SAGICOR FINANCIAL Corporation has officially moved its headquarters to the British oversees territory of Bermuda after more than 100 years in Barbados in its...

Cheaper power coming soon

BARBADIANS LONGING FOR cheaper electricity will start getting an ease now that Barbados Light & Power Company Limited (BL&P) has completed its ten megawatt...

Daniel: It’s something in the water

HE REMEMBERS the bout of excruciating pain he suffered in January as if it had happened yesterday.Six months later, Waterford, St Michael resident Winter...