2 05, 2025

U.S. unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.2% in April 2025

2025-05-02T13:07:15-05:00

May 2, 2025 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 177,000 in April, while the unemployment rate remained relatively stable at 4.2%. Employment saw notable increases in health care, financial activities, transportation and warehousing, and social assistance, whereas federal government employment experienced a decline. These findings are based

U.S. unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.2% in April 20252025-05-02T13:07:15-05:00
2 05, 2025

GHL reports 229% increase in net profit attributable to shareholders

2025-05-02T11:28:45-05:00

May 2, 2025 Guardian Holdings Limited(GHL) Unaudited financials for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025: Reported in Trinidad & Tobago Dollars (unless otherwise stated): Guardian Holdings Limited (GHL) for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, reported a 5% increase in insurance revenue totalling $1.48 billion compared to $1.41 billion in the corresponding three

GHL reports 229% increase in net profit attributable to shareholders2025-05-02T11:28:45-05:00
2 05, 2025

Barbados GDP Growth and Fiscal Achievements in Early 2025

2025-05-02T09:16:50-05:00

May 02, 2025 Barbados sustained its economic growth momentum in the first quarter of 2025, with real GDP increasing by an estimated 2.6 percent. This growth was driven by robust performances in tourism, business services, and construction. Despite elevated global trade tensions, inflation continued its downward trend. Unemployment claims fell during January and February, but

Barbados GDP Growth and Fiscal Achievements in Early 20252025-05-02T09:16:50-05:00
2 05, 2025

Overseas Headlines – May 2, 2025

2025-05-02T09:03:28-05:00

May 2, 2025 United States: US Payroll Gain of 177,000 Shows Uncertainty Yet to Dent Hiring   US job growth was robust in April and the unemployment rate held steady, suggesting uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s trade policy has yet to have a material impact on hiring plans.   Nonfarm payrolls increased 177,000 last month

Overseas Headlines – May 2, 20252025-05-02T09:03:28-05:00
1 05, 2025

CABROKERS reports year end net loss of $98.49 million

2025-05-01T16:33:24-05:00

May 1, 2025   Cabrokers Limiited(CABROKERS) Audited financials for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024: Cabrokers Limiited (CABROKERS) for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 reported a 3% decrease in Revenue totaling $489.00 million compared to $501.89 million in the corresponding period last year. Revenue for the fourth quarter had a 37% decrease

CABROKERS reports year end net loss of $98.49 million2025-05-01T16:33:24-05:00
1 05, 2025

Special Advisory: Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited (SJ)

2025-05-01T16:10:58-05:00

May 1, 2025   Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited (SJ) has advised that effective May 1, Willard Brown has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sagicor Life Jamaica Limited. SJ has further advised that Joanna Banks will transition into an expanded strategic leadership role within the Group as Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development,

Special Advisory: Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited (SJ)2025-05-01T16:10:58-05:00
1 05, 2025

Dividend Declaration: Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL)

2025-05-01T16:09:31-05:00

May 1, 2025   Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) has declared an interim ordinary dividend of $0.1739 per share payable on June 19, 2025, to all shareholders on record as at May 15, 2025. The ex-dividend date is May 15, 2025.   Disclaimer: Analyst Certification - The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the

Dividend Declaration: Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL)2025-05-01T16:09:31-05:00
1 05, 2025

Dividend Declaration: Seprod Limited (SEP)

2025-05-01T16:09:15-05:00

May 1, 2025   Seprod Limited (SEP) has declared a dividend of $0.605 per share payable on June 6, 2025, to all shareholders on record as at May 22, 2025. The ex-dividend date is May 22, 2025.   Disclaimer: Analyst Certification -The views expressed in this research report accurately reflect the personal views of Mayberry Investments

Dividend Declaration: Seprod Limited (SEP)2025-05-01T16:09:15-05:00
1 05, 2025

PJX reports 42% decline in year-end net profit

2025-05-01T12:17:35-05:00

May 1, 2025 Portland JSX Limited (PJX) Audited financials for the twelve months ended February 28, 2025: Portland JSX Limited (PJX) reported a 47% increase in Net gain on financial assets classified as at fair value through a loss totaling US$3.16 million for the twelve months ended February 28, 2025, compared to a loss of

PJX reports 42% decline in year-end net profit2025-05-01T12:17:35-05:00
1 05, 2025

CCC reports 3% increase in three months net profit

2025-05-01T11:56:06-05:00

May 1, 2025 Caribbean Cement Company Ltd (CCC) Unaudited financials for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025: Caribbean Cement Company Ltd (CCC) for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, reported an 8% increase in revenues totalling $8.20 billion compared to $7.62 billion in the corresponding three months last year. Cost of sales amounted

CCC reports 3% increase in three months net profit2025-05-01T11:56:06-05:00