The Statistical Institute of Jamaica, which conducts regular surveys for the Bank of Jamaica, reported that business persons viewed current and future business conditions less favourably than a year ago.
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Central bank governor to use all tools
Central bank governor to use all tools
AT a press briefing on Thursday, Bank of Jamaica Governor Brian Wynter announced a cut in the inflation target for fiscal year 2012-13, from the previous revised target of 10 to 12 per cent to between 7.5 to 9.5 per cent.
Jamaica: The Mature Borrower’s Dilemma
Jamaica: The Mature Borrower’s Dilemma
Independent Jamaica, viewed as having experienced a relatively prosperous early childhood, difficulties of puberty and teenage life, some elements of the body politic nevertheless continued in a weaker than acceptable state.
BOJ Takes New Action In Defence Of The Dollar
BOJ Takes New Action In Defence Of The Dollar
The Government of Jamaica is doling out bond returns by the billions, creating a cash stash for investors but a headache for the central bank, which this week sought to assert some control over the reinvestment of such funds.