AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBanking & Markets: Bank of Jamaica reports a net loss of $9.2B for January–June, with assets rising to about $1.3T but capital and reserves falling to $54.5B. Fuel & Cost of Living: Petrojam sets new ex-refinery prices effective July 9—gasoline up (90-octane +$4.50 to $205.70/l; 87-octane +$4.50 to $198.28/l) while diesel also rises. Tourism & Air Travel: Passenger traffic at Jamaica’s two international airports fell in the first half of 2026—Sangster down 26.7% and Norman Manley down 3.6%—linked to Hurricane Melissa recovery and reduced hotel capacity. Crime & Security: JCF urges businesses to link surveillance to the JamaicaEye network as it highlights investigations where camera footage supports serious cases. Labour & Fraud Watch: Labour Ministry warns of a fraudulent overseas work permit/recruitment scheme circulating on social media, urging job seekers to verify licensed agencies. Regional Trade & Logistics: Trinidad to provide a temporary ferry to move cargo between CARICOM states as the region pushes an affordable intra-regional ferry service. Disaster Response: UN calls for an additional $296M for Venezuela after the earthquakes; Jamaica is among CARICOM contributors sending relief supplies. Business Growth: Northern Caribbean University wins the International Business Plan and Pitch Competition 2026 with an AI clinical notes platform, taking US$20,000.
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