The recent report of the Financial Services Commission of Jamaica (FSC), the entity which regulates the pension sector, shows that pension assets continued to fall in the December quarter. The FSC noted that the Jamaican private pensions industry's track record of consistent growth each quarter was disrupted by periods of

Kingston Wharves Limited's (KWL) motor vehicle business has seen an upswing, with the company's transhipment segment up significantly for 2021 over the previous year. Cargo shipped through the terminal is segmented into domestic and transhipment (cargo destined for other territories outside of Jamaica). “One of the most compelling indicators of

KINGSTON, Jamaica— The country's fisherfolk and farmers can now access insurance coverage for vessels, vehicles and accessories through Advantage General Insurance. The insurance package, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, was launched during a virtual ceremony yesterday. It is the first of its kind in the

AS a marketer your value is linked to your results and in order for your marketing to be meaningful, it must drive key business objectives. Beneath every great marketing plan is a clear set of strategic marketing objectives. One of the most important requirements for developing your marketing strategy

Many companies in Jamaica and other territories have found it convenient to register as an international business company (IBC) in St Lucia because of taxation and other benefits which exceed those in their home country. Benefits under the Eastern Caribbean country's IBC law previously included tax-free status, including no payment

Many people in their 20s and even 30s think, “I'm young! I have plenty of time to start saving for retirement.” But retirement age can creep up quickly. If you have relaxation and travel in mind for your retirement, you need to make sure you have enough money to support

Sagicor Financial Company Limited is moving to remove listings on the Barbados and the Trinidad and Tobago Stock exchanges having ceased trading on these platforms. In its latest annual report, the company, which now operates in 20 markets, says applications for delisting have been submitted. In its report, released this

A new study by the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) aimed at estimating the “output gap” in Jamaica indicates that COVID - 19 has put a check on working hours, productivity and output. The term output gap attempts to measure the difference between the actual output of an economy and the

On Monday last Campari announced an update to its premium rum line-up, with the addition of the new “super premium” 15 Year Old Black River Casks rum, crafted by master blender Joy Spence of Appleton Estate. Spence is the first female master blender in the spirits industry. Originally launching in

Kevin Richards, the chief executive officer of Kingston Properties Limited (KPREIT), says both the company and its shareholders should not be significantly impacted by new income tax laws from the island of St Lucia, where the company is registered as an international business company (IBC), thereby accessing zero taxation on