Trinidad & Tobago

The relationship between the public and private sector in Trinidad and Tobago is both important and complex. At one level it is competitive and sometimes antagonistic, with each side seeking to widen its share of total economic activity and criticising the other, often on ideological grounds. On another level, however, it is deeply collaborative,...

The new administration of Tobago takes office at a time of both opportunity and challenge. Tobago is one of the most beautiful, unspoiled islands in the Caribbean, which is a highly attractive proposition in today’s competitive tourism environment.

With a small and thinly traded capital markets segment, Trinidad and Tobago has traditionally faced challenges regarding the transparency and risk analysis of its over-the-counter (OTC) fixed-income products. However, in recent years the T&T Securities and Exchange Commission (TTSEC) has introduced a number of measures designed to boost...

Ongoing fiscal imbalances within Trinidad & Tobago’s budget have necessitated further initiatives to address a widening deficit. New fiscal measures appear to present hurdles to corporate earnings growth. In addition, economic developments are set to test consumer and investor confidence. On a positive note, however, liquidity and other...

With its beautiful beaches, biodiverse tropical forests and wide range of leisure activities, there is undoubtedly major potential for the further development of tourism in Tobago, which remains relatively unchanged by the industry.

Along with tourism, agro-processing is another area that holds significant potential for the diversification of Tobago’s economy. According to stakeholders there are three developments that will help to realise this potential of the industry. The first includes a revival of the island’s traditional agriculture and livestock production. Farm...