AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWater Costs: Small businesses are alarmed by the NWC’s proposed 51% tariff increase over five years, warning it would add pressure as firms recover from drought and Hurricane Melissa. The OUR is assessing the application and expects to respond within 10 days. Tourism Investment: Margaritaville Jamaica plans a public share offering within 90 days, giving investors a stake in its local operations; the company has yet to disclose how much it hopes to raise. Cybersecurity: Jamaica will test its national response to a major cyberattack on October 28–29, with agencies, security forces and private firms taking part. Inflation: The IMF expects global food prices to rise 5% this year and 2.4% in 2027, threatening further pressure on Jamaican consumers as local agriculture recovers from storm damage. Public-Sector Savings: Remote work could save public servants up to J$1.9 billion a year in commuting costs, according to a government presentation. Monetary Policy: The Bank of Jamaica plans to withdraw another J$22 billion from circulation through certificates of deposit as it works to contain inflation.
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