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  • Published on Nov 10, 2019

    NCB profit tops $30b - Jamaican bank announces plans to grow further in the region

    Jamaica’s top banking conglomerate, NCB Financial Group, plans to enter into new markets as part of its five-year growth aspirations. The bank, which has been growing through acquisition, racked up another year of record profit for the fiscal period ending …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
  • Published on Nov 10, 2019

    Caribbean Association of Banks concludes 46th annual conference and AGM

    The Caribbean Association of Banks (CAB) Inc. successfully concluded its historic 46th Conference and Annual General Meeting, 30 October-2 November in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten. Over 200 banking and financial services professionals from the Caribbean, …

    Source: Dominica News Online
  • Published on Nov 8, 2019

    Jamaican dollar hits new low - BOJ says currency depreciation driven by known events

    Jitters in the foreign exchange market, especially over the past three weeks, have pushed the value of the Jamaican dollar to a new low, with Jamaicans now having to shell out nearly $142 on average to buy one US dollar. But the Bank of Jamaica, BOJ, says …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
  • Published on Nov 8, 2019

    Jamaica’s tumultuous relationship with the IMF has a happy ending

    SOME 70 PEOPLE gathered under a tent on a balmy Monday evening recently in Trench Town, a stone’s throw from the housing project where Bob Marley grew up. Outside, three policemen armed with rifles patrolled in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Trench Town is …

    Source: Economist
  • Published on Nov 8, 2019

    As Jamaican flag flies at NYSE, Street Forrest explains 'secret sauce' to Bloomberg

    In a week that has seen the Jamaican flag fly at the New York Stock Exchange building in the USA in recognition of the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) being the best performing stock exchange in the world, Bloomberg sought to gain insight into that success …

    Source: Jamaica Observer
  • Published on Nov 7, 2019

    Jamaica: On the Path to Higher Economic Growth

    Workers build an anti-landslide concrete wall on a Jamaican highway: infrastructure spending has gained momentum during the country's economic reform program (photo: iStock/Debbie Ann Powell) November 7, 2019 Jamaica has successfully concluded its …

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  • Published on Nov 7, 2019

    New Scorpions era begins - Jamaica face Barbados Pride in Super50 opener

    A new era in Jamaica’s cricket starts today as the Jamaica Scorpions begin their quest for the Super50 Cup when they face arch-rivals Barbados in a Day/Night encounter starting at 12:30 p.m. Jamaica time at Warner Park in St Kitts. With a fresh, new …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
  • Published on Nov 10, 2019

    Simone Thomas – the giver who keeps on giving

    Mandeville, Manchester: As a child, Simone Thomas was quite an adventurer – a tomboy and the consummate fixer who could pull appliances apart, put them back together, and have them working better than before. Today, she is a banker, wife, and an avid …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
  • Published on Oct 31, 2019

    ‘Get Used To Fluctuating Dollar’ – Central Bank Governor

    Our Business and Finance Editor, Kalilah Reynolds, has more. Bank of Jamaica Governor, Richard Byles, is urging Jamaicans to get used to changes in the price of US dollars, and treat the fluctuations just like any other price change. This, as the local …

    Source: Nationwide 90FM
  • Published on Nov 5, 2019

    Jamaican Authorities Demonstrated an Exemplary Commitment to Reforms says IMF

    IMF Executive Board Completes Sixth and Final Review under the Stand By Arrangement for Jamaica KINGSTON, Jamaica – On November 4, 2019, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the sixth and final review of Jamaica’s …

    Source: South Florida Caribbean News
  • Published on Nov 4, 2019

    IMF Executive Board Completes Sixth and Final Review under the Stand By Arrangement for Jamaica

    November 4, 2019 The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the sixth and final review of Jamaica’s performance under the program supported by the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA). Jamaica’s sustained policy discipline, together with …

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  • Published on Nov 5, 2019

    Guyana, regional bankers trained in risk and compliance at AML session

    Nov 05, 2019 News 0 Jamaica (Jamaica Observer)- In a recent training exercise carried out by the Caribbean Association of Banks (CAB), 19 participants from nine Caribbean jurisdictions became certified in a one-day training programme designed to improve …

    Source: Kaieteur News
  • Published on Nov 5, 2019

    Jamaica Would Be Further Ahead with NIDS – BOJ Governor

    Bank of Jamaica Governor, Richard Byles, says it’s a major disappointment to the central banking and the country’s entire banking community, that the country doesn’t have a National Identification System, NIDS. Earlier this year, the Supreme Court ruled …

    Source: Nationwide 90FM
  • Published on Nov 10, 2019

    NCB boasts of $30.7 billon super profit and $1.6 trillion in assets for 2019

    National Commercial Bank (NCB) Group is boasting of its $30.7 billion super profit made for its just ended financial year, while its assets have climbed to $1.6 trillion. NCB Group chief financial officer (CFO) and Deputy CEO Dennis Cohen, who made the …

    Source: Jamaica Observer
  • Published on Nov 3, 2019

    High untimely FX demands by some banks fuelling exchange rate volatility — Byles

    As the Jamaican dollar exchange rate slips to more than $140 to US$1, Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor Richard Byles is stating that it is the high untimely portfolio foreign exchange demands of some banks which are causing the bumps being experienced in the …

    Source: Jamaica Observer
  • Published on Nov 1, 2019

    Like the plague! - Banks will not touch cannabis players, still refuse to open accounts for them

    Despite being assessed by the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) as “fit and proper” to do business in the local regulated cannabis industry, at least 238 business interests in the sector have been shut out of the banking system. Chairman of the Cannabis …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
  • Published on Nov 8, 2019

    IMF Lauds Government’s Commitment

    Story Highlights The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised the Government’s commitment to sustain fiscal and monetary policy discipline, after Jamaica’s 36-month US$1.65-million precautionary Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) concludes on November 10. …

    Source: Jamaica Information Service
  • Published on Nov 1, 2019

    Jamaica's financial system is resilient to global economic headwinds — FSSC

    The Financial System Stability Committee (FSSC) in the wake of its review of Bank of Jamaica's (BOJ) quarterly financial stability assessments has said that despite the global economic uncertainties, the country's financial system continues to be …

    Source: Jamaica Observer
  • Published on Nov 9, 2019

    PSOJ wants BOJ to implement forex trading platform

    The Private Sector Organisation (PSOJ) is urging the FX Working Committee established and led by the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) to continue its efforts to implement the Electronic Trading Platform and to further develop the Forward Currency market.  The …

    Source: Jamaica Gleaner
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Chief Learning Officer, APEX Fall

Date: 13-Nov-19 to 15-Nov-19
Location: Orlando / United States
Corinium’s position in the market as the leading conference provider in the learning and development space means that we’ve developed a unique, extensive network of senior leaders. Drawing on feedback from these connections, we’ve developed CLO APEX, Fall an exclusive gathering of Learning & Development Leaders from the country’s largest institutions. CLO APEX, Fall is set apart from traditional conferences or tradeshows because of its focus on bringing together the crème de la crème of the learning & development world for valuable networking truly peer-to-peer level and intellectual content. Our extensive understanding of the market and in-depth research results in a conference program designed to engage our attendees. Only a limited number of specially selected C-Suite, VP and ...

Small Business Expo 2019 - ATLANTA (November 14, 2019)

Date: 14-Nov-19 to 14-Nov-19
Location: Atlanta / United States
Small Business Expo is America’s BIGGEST Business to Business Trade Show, Conference & Networking Event for Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups and anyone that works for a Small Business or who is inspired to start their own Business. Small Business Expo has been recognized four years in a row as an Inc 5000 fastest-growing privately held company celebrating its Eleventh Year Anniversary. Our focus is on targeted learning, networking, building valuable new business relationships & finding top vendors that help Business Owners take strategic action to immediately improve their Small Business. At this FREE one-day event hosted in 17 Major US Cities, over 75,000 passionate Business Owners will connect, network with vendors in various industries, and learn from the best ...

#TheCultureFactor Cultural intelligence in business

Date: 15-Nov-19 to 16-Nov-19
Location: Luxembourg
Join us in Luxembourg, November 15th for the 2019 #theculturefactor conference. This year, we will bring together an exceptional lineup of experts from industry, academia, and (supra)governmental institutions who will share their wisdom on the importance of culture. Join interactive sessions, keynote speeches, breakout workshops, enlightening talks and case studies. Meet experts and reflect with us on how you can drive success with a global mindset.

Rush Hour Mobility Hackathon by Renault

Date: 15-Nov-19 to 17-Nov-19
Location: France
RDV les 15, 16 & 17 novembre prochains pour le hackathon Renault Digital ! On vous invite au coeur de leur écosystème de multi-modalité urbaine lors du Rush Hour Mobility Hackathon ! ? ? ?? Votre mission ? Nous sommes dans un futur proche, les taxis autonomes font désormais partie de notre mobilité. Imaginez les nouvelles applications de mobilité urbaine afin de garantir la meilleure expérience utilisateur face aux imprévus de la ville ! Le mot d’ordre ? La multi-modalité ! Vos outils : Pour cela, vous aurez accès à l’environnement technique MEOOCar de Renault Digital, qui permet la simulation de mini voitures autonomes conscientes de leur environnement extérieur et capables d’interagir avec l’utilisateur via des apps on et off board. Pour qui ? Rush Hour Mobility Hackathon est ...

Small Business Expo 2019 - BROOKLYN (November 20, 2019)

Date: 20-Nov-19 to 20-Nov-19
Location: United States
Small Business Expo is America’s BIGGEST Business to Business Trade Show, Conference & Networking Event for Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-Ups and anyone that works for a Small Business or who is inspired to start their own Business. Small Business Expo has been recognized four years in a row as an Inc 5000 fastest-growing privately held company celebrating its Eleventh Year Anniversary. Our focus is on targeted learning, networking, building valuable new business relationships & finding top vendors that help Business Owners take strategic action to immediately improve their Small Business. At this FREE one-day event hosted in 17 Major US Cities, over 75,000 passionate Business Owners will connect, network with vendors in various industries, and learn from the best ...

SMi's 18th Annual Benelux Infrastructure Forum

Date: 20-Nov-19 to 21-Nov-19
Location: Amsterdam / Netherlands
The industry-leading event for the Benelux region; Benelux Infrastructure Forum, is returning to Amsterdam on the 20th and 21st November 2019 for its 18th consecutive year. The urgency to decrease the reliance of fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy sources has led to a major shift in the Benelux region towards offshore wind /geothermal power/solar power plant production and subsequently a requirement of different financing for these types of plants. For this reason, this year’s highly anticipated event will focus on exploring new financing mechanisms and alternative markets for future sustainable investments in the Benelux region. Attendees will have the unparalleled opportunity to meet, network and participate in panel discussions and debates with industry experts and ...

Energy Risk Asia

Date: 21-Nov-19 to 21-Nov-19
Location: Singapore / Singapore
Asian energy traders and risk managers face uncertain times. Growing geopolitical uncertainty, regulatory changes in the swaps and OTC markets, the growing trend of new energies and the constant speculation on the direction of the oil price are some of the main challenges that are shaping Asian energy markets. Against this backdrop and in its 12th year, Energy Risk Asia continues to be the pre-eminent event for risk managers to discuss these burning issues, including the China-US trade war, IMO 2020, LNG, climate risk and regulatory changes. The conference will gather 200+ risk managers and commodity from companies such as BP, Shell, Rio Tinto, Novatek, PetroChina, Pavilion Energy, Engie, and more.

PLASTIVISION ARABIA 2019

Date: 25-Nov-19 to 28-Nov-19
PLASTIC PRODUCTS AND PROCESSING, FILLING & PACKAGING, RAW MATERIALS, AUXILIARIES, SERVICES FOR THE PLASTICS AND RUBBER INDUSTRY, The event has become the leading platform to showcase the latest machineries and global manufacturing trends. It gives the regional plastic processors an opportunity to source the complete range of plastic converting requirements – from raw materials, additives, molds & machinery. The GCC packaging market is one of the fastest growing sectors in the manufacturing industry in the Middle East. Over the last decade, manufacturers have seen the benefit of bulk import & repackaging from the GCC given the tax-free, cheaper manufacturing costs and re-export advantage. The GCC is now the largest re-export market for Food & Beverages, pharmaceuticals ...

LEAP HR: Construction

Date: 02-Dec-19 to 04-Dec-19
Location: Dallas / United States
LEAP HR: Construction is the definitive annual event for HR leaders from all parts of the industry to find out what needs to be in the construction HR toolbox of the future. Uncover the new thinking you need to apply to attract, retain and develop the next generation of field talent, manage the needs of an evolving workforce, and inspire the construction business leaders of tomorrow. Amongst the leaps we’ll be putting under the spotlight: - Redesigning traditional recruitment strategies to attract multigenerational & diverse craft talent to your - Leveraging innovative technology to attract, engage & develop top field - Revamping benefits packages to unlock culture change, re-energize your workforce & transform employee - Rethinking how we ...
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