Jamaica’s New Budget Quietly Opens the Door to Wealth
Jamaica is entering a new phase. One where stability is no longer the goal, but the foundation. The 2025 budget sends a clear signal: the country is staying disciplined with money while quietly creating more opportunities for everyday investors to build wealth. Jamaica’s financial position has improved significantly over the years. Debt has been reduced, […]
Sagicor Moves to Raise New Capital for Major Caribbean Merger
Sagicor is making a major move — and it could quietly reshape how money flows across Jamaica and the wider Caribbean. Sagicor Group Jamaica is preparing to raise new capital to fund a merger with Sagicor Life Inc. Once completed, both companies will operate under a new regional entity, Sagicor Group Caribbean Limited, which will […]
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates as Inflation Pressures Persist
The Federal Reserve didn’t cut rates. And that tells you everything you need to know. Inflation isn’t under control yet — and now the Iran war is making it worse. While many were hoping for relief, Fed Chair Jerome Powell made it clear: progress on inflation is slower than expected, and the path forward is […]
Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rates as War Threatens Higher Inflation
The Bank of Canada has held its key interest rate at 2.25%. But this isn’t a relief. It’s caution. Behind the decision is a growing concern: global conflict is pushing oil prices higher — and that means inflation could rise again. The central bank says it’s too early to fully measure the impact.But the direction […]
Oil War Sends Jamaica’s Fuel Stocks Soaring
Jamaican fuel stocks are surging — but don’t mistake that for good news. Since the start of the year, companies like FESCO and Regency Petroleum have significantly outperformed the broader market, with share prices jumping as much as 63%. On the surface, it looks like a win for investors. But the real story is happening […]
Paramount’s $110 Billion Hollywood Merger
Hollywood is about to get a lot smaller — at least when it comes to who controls the biggest movies and shows. Paramount Skydance has agreed to buy Warner Bros Discovery in a massive US$110 billion deal, ending a bidding war after Netflix walked away. If regulators approve the transaction, the merger is expected to […]
Oil Prices Surge as Iran War Escalates
The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran is already starting to affect the global economy. One of the first places people will feel it is at the gas pump. Oil prices jumped above $90 per barrel this week, rising more than 30% in just a few days. The spike comes as attacks across […]
Seprod Sells Butterkist Maker
Jamaican manufacturing giant Seprod Limited has sold International Biscuits Limited, the company behind popular snacks like Butterkist and Snackables. The move is part of Seprod’s strategy to simplify its business and strengthen its finances after several years of expansion across the Caribbean. For everyday Jamaicans, the change should not affect what you see in stores. […]
Ford’s OSAP Changes Spark Student Protests
Hundreds of students across Ontario are protesting after the provincial government announced major changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) — a move that could leave many graduates carrying significantly more debt. Starting next school year, the financial aid system will shift from mostly grants (money students don’t repay) to mostly loans (money they […]
US–Israel Strike Iran: Is This the Start of a Bigger War?
The United States and Israel have launched coordinated military strikes on Iran. Iran has already retaliated across the region. The Middle East is on edge. Global markets are watching closely. This is not officially “World War III.” But it is one of the most serious escalations in years — and when major powers start exchanging […]