Hey Reader, Here's your weekly roundup from Money Media! 📌Taking Stock Can Jamaica Reach Investment Grade? Global ratings agency Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed Jamaica’s sovereign credit rating at BB- with a stable outlook, a signal that the country has not lost ground despite the economic shock from Hurricane Melissa. The decision keeps Jamaica three notches below the coveted “BBB” investment grade territory. But in the current climate, stability counts for something. Speaking on Taking Stock...
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📺Premiering now! On this episode of Taking Stock... Chris Williams is moving in a different direction. The retired investment banker has launched two new companies. What are his plans for the future? He joins us LIVE in 15 minutes to discuss. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments... The JSE is up 27,000 points for January. What’s driving the hot streak? And how will tax changes under Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill affect you and your money? We'll discuss. Join us tonight at...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Trump's Tariffs Shaking Up Global Trade So it looks like Trump’s tariffs have motivated BRICS countries to make major trade deals with other global powers. First up is India and the European Union. After nearly two decades of on-and-off negotiations, India and the EU have finally reached a “landmark” free trade agreement. The two sides finalised the deal on January 27. According to the European Commission, the trade deal removes or reduces tariffs covering roughly 97% of EU exports to India....
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Lee Chin's NCB Shares Safe... for now! So it appears that Michael Lee Chin’s NCB shares are safe… for now. Jamaican billionaire Michael Lee Chin has finally made the US$94 million payment due to bondholders, halting any talks of him losing his majority stake in NCBFG… for now. That US$94 million included about US$19 million in overdue interest and US$75 million of the principal. Bondholders are owed more than US$364 million. Those loans are secured by about one billion NCBFG shares, which Lee...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
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2 months ago • 1 min read
FosRich Launches Solar Company Is solar going to be the hot industry for the stock market this year? FosRich announced that they launched a solar company in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, and have seen unbelievable demand. Is this company on your stocks to watch for 2026? Shop the Money Mission Workbook A practical guide for Caribbean people at home and abroad seeking to build wealth Order yours today
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📺Premiering now! Is this the right investment for you? Wooden pallet manufacturer Woodcats is launching an initial public offering of its shares. Shares are priced at $0.90 each. If the offer is successful, they will list on the Junior Market of the Jamaica Stock Exchange. The 26-year-old company manufactures wooden pallets, garden mulch, planter boxes, outdoor furniture, and engineered wood items. Join us LIVE in 15 minutes to break down the offer. Watch now
2 months ago • 1 min read
View this email in your browser Hey Reader, Here's What's Hot on the business scene right now 🔥🔥🔥 Listen to this email 🔥 What's Hot - First IPO of... Jan 28 · Money Media 2:40 First IPO of 2026 Number 1 Wooden pallet manufacturer, Woodcats, is aiming to be the first company to list on the Jamaica Stock Exchange in 2026. The 26-year-old company is offering 833 million shares to the public each priced at 90 cents. The minimum subscription is 1000 shares. If the offer is successful, they will...
2 months ago • 2 min read
📺Premiering now! On this episode of Taking Stock... The Jamaica Stock Exchange’s annual conference just wrapped! What did you miss? We’ll recap the conference and tell you what announcements will affect you and your money. Join us LIVE in 15 minutes to discuss. And THE ANALYSTS weigh in on the latest market developments... What should we expect from NCB Financial Group in 2026? We'll discuss. Join us tonight at 8pm for LIVE premiere of Taking Stock! Watch now Help us keep Taking Stock Free...
2 months ago • 1 min read