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...
To what extent has Trinidad and Tobago achieved capital markets integration with Barbados and Jamaica after adopting the same trading platform?
With a declining economy restricting premium-income growth and bringing rates under sustained pressure, 2016 was a challenging year for Trinidad and Tobago’s insurance sector. The relative scarcity of foreign exchange has also caused some issues with regard to the payment of reinsurers. Penetration remains relatively low, meaning local companies have significant room to expand. Total premiums...
Following the 6% fall of Trinbagonian stocks in 2016, fund managers agreed that 2017 would bring further but more modest losses. Manufacturers and exporters in Trinidad and Tobago that incorporate local materials and have a strong brand could benefit from a weaker T&T dollar in 2017. With the national buy-and-hold mentality enduring, the expected listing of further tranches of First...
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