SBA launches online SME database

The Barbados Small Business Association (SBA) is launching an online business information system (BIS) to keep track of the sector's economic data.

Funds not reaching local small businesses

The reluctance of some banking institutions to facilitate the use of the lines of credit made available through the Central Bank has created a major drawback for the development of small businesses in Barbados.

Small business boost

Small businesses will benefit more from technical and financial assistance with the establishment of a financial charter between government and the sector.