9 07, 2025

PM Holness Urges Strategic Unity for CARICOM’s Future

2025-07-09T10:25:48-05:00

July 9, 2025 Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica and Chair of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), has challenged the Region to think strategically and focus on the values of unity in the current global environment. “As small states, we are vulnerable not just to global economic shocks and natural hazards but

PM Holness Urges Strategic Unity for CARICOM’s Future2025-07-09T10:25:48-05:00
9 07, 2025

Net International Reserves – June 2025

2025-07-09T10:14:43-05:00

July 9, 2025 Net International Reserves – June 2025 BOJ has reported that Jamaica's Net International Reserves as at June 30, 2025, stood at US$5,835.60 million, reflecting an increase of US$36.02 million when compared to the US$5,799.57 million reported at the end of May 2025. Foreign Assets totalled US$5,864.78 million, US$23.58 million more than the

Net International Reserves – June 20252025-07-09T10:14:43-05:00
4 07, 2025

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.1% in Q1 2025

2025-07-04T12:38:23-05:00

July 4, 2025 The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) reported that the Jamaican economy experienced a growth of 1.1 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 when compared to the same period in 2024. This overall expansion was driven by positive performances in both the Goods and Services industries, which recorded growth rates of

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.1% in Q1 20252025-07-04T12:38:23-05:00
4 07, 2025

Dominican Republic’s Tourism Boom: Key Forecasts

2025-07-04T10:03:18-05:00

July 04, 2025 By the end of this year, the tourism sector is projected to contribute approximately US$21.1 billion to the Dominican Republic’s gross domestic product (GDP), accounting for 15.8% of the national economy, according to estimates from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The Economic Impact Research report, presented yesterday and prepared by

Dominican Republic’s Tourism Boom: Key Forecasts2025-07-04T10:03:18-05:00
2 07, 2025

Government Operations Results for May 2025

2025-07-02T11:10:17-05:00

July 02, 2025 Government Operations Results for May 2025 Disclaimer: Analyst Certification - The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the personal views of Mayberry Investments Limited Research Department about those issuer (s) or securities as at the date of this report. Each research analyst (s) also certify that no part of their

Government Operations Results for May 20252025-07-02T11:10:17-05:00
30 06, 2025

US consumer Spending dips as tariffs, inflation weigh on consumers’ outlook

2025-06-30T10:08:29-05:00

June 30, 2025 US consumer spending dipped in May, with households curbing discretionary purchases amid concerns about a weaker domestic jobs market, potential tariff-driven spike in inflation and ongoing economic uncertainty. Real consumer spending, adjusted for inflation, fell 0.3% from April, the biggest monthly drop since January, according to a June 27 report from the

US consumer Spending dips as tariffs, inflation weigh on consumers’ outlook2025-06-30T10:08:29-05:00
26 06, 2025

Euro Area annual inflation down to 1.9% in May 2025

2025-06-26T09:44:46-05:00

June 26, 2025 The euro area’s annual inflation rate was 1.9% in May 2025, down from 2.2% in April. A year ago, the rate was 2.6%. Annual inflation in the European Union fell to 2.2% in May 2025, from 2.4% in April. A year earlier, the rate was 2.7%.   Cyprus had the lowest yearly rate (0.4%), followed by France

Euro Area annual inflation down to 1.9% in May 20252025-06-26T09:44:46-05:00
25 06, 2025

IMF Highlights Jamaica’s Resilience and Reform Success

2025-06-25T14:41:37-05:00

June 25, 2025 On June 12, 2025, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its Article IV consultation with Jamaica. The Board endorsed the staff appraisal without convening a formal meeting, and the Jamaican authorities have agreed to publish the accompanying Staff Report. Jamaica has made notable progress over the past decade

IMF Highlights Jamaica’s Resilience and Reform Success2025-06-25T14:41:37-05:00
24 06, 2025

Mexico Eyes Fiscal Gains Amid Global Oil Shock

2025-06-24T09:53:47-05:00

June 24, 2025 Mexico’s federal finances are poised to benefit from rising oil prices. According to the General Economic Policy Guidelines, the Finance Ministry estimates an additional MX$13.1 billion (US$683 million) in revenue for every one-dollar increase in the price per barrel. The Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (SHCP), under the leadership of Edgar

Mexico Eyes Fiscal Gains Amid Global Oil Shock2025-06-24T09:53:47-05:00
23 06, 2025

IMF Endorses Barbados’ Economic Progress and Climate Resilience Reforms

2025-06-23T14:39:16-05:00

June 23, 2025 The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded the fifth and final reviews of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements with Barbados. With the completion of these reviews, the authorities are now able to draw the equivalent of SDR 14.175 million (approximately

IMF Endorses Barbados’ Economic Progress and Climate Resilience Reforms2025-06-23T14:39:16-05:00