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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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Dollars in the diaspora

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DESPITE BEING one of the richest countries in the Caribbean, Barbados confronts two crucial factors that must be reckoned with in weighing potential strategies...
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‘Four’ Word

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THE FINAL AGREEMENT on the controversial Four Seasons project at Black Rock, St Michael should be revealed next week as Government hints of a...
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Crop Over water from T&T

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BAJAN BRANDED BOTTLED water imported from Trinidad is causing a stir.The promotional product which hit local shelves a week ago is being produced by...
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BARBADOS EMPLOYERS’ CONFEDERATION: Job abandonment

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THE FIRST and most important step in explaining job abandonment is defining the action. Three consecutive days of absence without reporting to a superior...
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THE HOYOS FILE: One legacy (so far) of Kingsland Estates

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MARJORIE KNOX may have (so far) lost every case she took to court in Barbados over her rights as a shareholder of Kingsland Estates...
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$146m. profits at FCIB

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CIBC FIRSTCARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL BANK Limited is reporting increased profits. In his review, which accompanied the bank’s consolidated financial statements for the six months ended...
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