Economic Highlights

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
3 07, 2025

U.S. unemployment rate changed little at 4.1% in June 2025

2025-07-03T09:24:33-05:00

July 3, 2025 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 147,000 in June 2025, while the unemployment rate remained relatively stable at 4.1%. Employment growth was concentrated in state government and health care, while federal government employment continued to decline. These figures are derived from two monthly surveys:

U.S. unemployment rate changed little at 4.1% in June 20252025-07-03T09:24:33-05:00
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
1 07, 2025

BOJ holds the policy interest rate at 5.75%

2025-07-01T09:12:08-05:00

July 1, 2025 The Bank of Jamaica’s (BOJ) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), at its meetings on 25 and 26 June 2025, decided to maintain its current monetary policy stance, keeping the policy interest rate at 5.75% per annum. This decision reflects the Committee’s view that the existing policy is appropriate to support inflation remaining within

BOJ holds the policy interest rate at 5.75%2025-07-01T09:12:08-05:00
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
27 06, 2025

Economic Experts Outline Job Creation Priorities for Panama

2025-06-27T14:41:46-05:00

June 27, 2025 Expanding development centers, adjusting hiring practices, and improving recruitment dynamics are among the key recommendations being proposed to address Panama’s labor market challenges. Despite economic growth of 5.2 percent in the first quarter of 2025, experts caution that this has not translated into broad-based salary increases or more jobs. Instead, they warn

Economic Experts Outline Job Creation Priorities for Panama2025-06-27T14:41:46-05:00
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
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