Government of Jamaica owes NHT $8b - Contribution arrears climb $2b in a year
Government's debt for unpaid NHT contributions continue to grow, and has reached $8 billion, despite a commitment to clear the arrears built up over six years. In a deal reached with the National Housing Trust, the Government has commitment to pay off a portion of the liabilities...
RBTT sale: It's still 'just speculation'
Trinidad-headquartered RBTT Financial Holdings Limited (RBTT) continues to deny Caribbean-wide media reports that it is close to being sold off to FirstCaribbean International Bank, even as labour unions continue to scurry for information.
US to rescind ban on online gambling
A bill to end a ban imposed last year on online gambling in the United States will be presented within two weeks but will likely need time to garner support, U.S.Rep. Barney Frank said on Thursday. Internet gambling in the United States was effectively banned...
Finding harmony between import-The story behind the trade data Import
On March 25, Lavern Clarke's article, 'PSOJ wants equitable trade with Trinidad', mentioned a number of concerns which seem to be developing about Jamaica's growing trade deficit with Trinidad and Tobago, and unresolved issues on the liquified natural gas proposition.
When Scrap metal, ethanol boost - BOP waste generates profit
Jamaica's foreign trade was at its most vibrant in December, a month in which the country profited from its own waste and energy exports to record a surplus of US$39.4 million on its current account, according to central bank reports.
Lamy's visit to Jamaica a boost for commercial diplomacy - But little else
Pascal Lamy's visit to Kingston, trade sources say, will boost Jamaica's profile but otherwise there is little expectation that today's dialogue will advance the region's cause within the corridors of the World Trade Organisation (WTO)....
Parliamentary dignity and wages policy
There may be political intrigue in the timing and public airing of dissatisfaction with the impact of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Parliamentarians.But there is a lot more at stake than immediate political advantage. Earl Moxam in 'MP demands pay increase' notes...
Nestl bids US$5.5b for Gerber Products
Nestl SA, the world's biggest food and drink company, said Thursday it will buy Gerber Products Company from pharmaceutical maker Novartis SA for US$5.5 billion, giving it the largest share of the global baby food market. The acquisition helps further...
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