Economy

Barbados’ economy grew by 1.4 per cent during the first nine months of 2026, down from 2.3 per cent over the corresponding period last year. Central Bank Governor Dr Kevin …

Barbados wants to preserve the region’s access to critical research and data as United Nations reforms could bring funding cuts and a possible merger for the Economic Commission for Latin …

The Barbados Union of Teachers (BUT) has raised concerns about the impact planned increases in the pensionable age could have on its members, amid growing concerns about teacher wellness and …

Uncertainty over the government’s delay in raising the threshold for valued added tax (VAT) registration is making it difficult for businesses to plan their finances and operations, the Institute of …

Barbados is better positioned to withstand global economic risks, Central Bank Governor Dr Kevin Greenidge insisted on Tuesday, even as growth slows to around two per cent after the rapid …

Fishing boat operators in Barbados can spend as much as $7 000 on diesel for a single trip, according to Oistins fisherfolk as soaring costs and tighter access to finance …

Major international virtual asset platforms could stop accepting Barbadian customers if the cost of complying with proposed legislation outweighs the value of the island’s small market, Opposition Senator Ryan Walters …

Real estate agents must show they apply anti-money laundering laws, not just know them, the president of the Barbados Estate Agents and Valuers Association (BEAVA), Chris Hassell, warned, urging buyers …

Barbados is set to launch a $1.2bn debt-for-social swap by January 1, unlocking more than $320m in savings to fund healthcare programmes and tackle childhood obesity, Finance Minister Ryan Straughn …