More Jamaicans going cashless
The use of cashless instruments is becoming more popular in Jamaica as an increasing number of people search for safer and more convenient ways to conduct financial transactions.The central bank and the island's two...
Debating the question of 'cheap money'
In no way did I mean to say (if I even said) that the minister stated that the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) would not lend money to Jamaica for projects.Journalists generally have to meet very challenging late deadlines.
PNP leaders say stay the course at manifesto launch
In an apparent impromptu speech at the PNP manifesto launch, Dr. Omar Davies offered the recurring theme of the night that, despite the challenges the PNP had faced over its 18 years in government, they had demonstrated a commitment to the Jamaican people that they can stay the course.
Have non-life insurers lost the battle for hearts and minds?
Question: The cost of perils insurance on my house has been increased. Last year I paid nearly $1,200 per month. This year, the price is $1,700 per month. What is the reason for this dramatic increase?
Critiquing the debate - Shaw hammers economic stagnation
As expected, the debate between Dr. Omar Davies and Audley Shaw was of a very different character from the first one. In contrast to the staid character of round one, on Friday night, the engagement with the issues was much sharper.
Wild promises beat failed performance
The equation was simple. Audley 'man a yard' Shaw had to explain a JLP manifesto that many contend is filled with wild, irresponsible promises.
Ja gains in world ranking on ICT development
Jamaica is now ranked the third-best country in information communications technology (ICT) in Latin America and the Caribbean, behind Chile and Barbados, says Microsoft Global Competitiveness Report for 2007.
NCB Capital Market's triple gain upsizes
After raising $310 million twice by way of a renounceable rights issue of its preference shares, NCB Capital Markets (NCBCM) has again upsized its offer and is making available 100 million preference shares. According to the company, it was done to meet...
NHT makes refund directly to mortgage principal
The National Housing Trust (NHT) said it has paid out close to $1billion in refunds in the first six months of this year, but had it not been for the strong lobby from beneficiaries, most mortgagors would not have seen a...
Digicel sues T&T telecoms firm
Digicel Trinidad and Tobago will be taking Telecommunication Services of Trinidad & Tobago (TSTT) and its directors to court over an alleged failure to implement a high court ruling.On February 15, the court ruled that TSTT should provide a fixed...
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