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Opinion Writer

Trump’s Iran war will compound his affordability woes

The war with Iran is burning the clock on President Donald Trump’s chances for a reset with voters on the economy. And that increases the odds that his 2026 mes...

The war with Iran is burning the clock on President Donald T...

Mar 16, 2026 7:44 AM

International Business

Prolonged Iran war would curb growth, says economist

AI driving one third of US GDP, says EY-Parthenon expert

Mar 11, 2026 7:45 AM

Budget

Bermuda looks abroad to draw up disability legislation

A Disability Unit is to be launched which will be scaled over time as capacity requirements are fully defined

Mar 09, 2026 7:33 PM

International Business

The world needs Bermuda says Premier

The island has been inspiring business confidence for decades, the island’s leader says

Mar 09, 2026 7:26 PM

Opinion Writer

The Iran war is dialling US economic danger up to 11

The US attack on Iran risks raising the price of oil which could bring on stagflation at a time when US budget deficits are unsustainable

Mar 09, 2026 7:49 AM

Economy

Oil prices set for swings as Iran crisis raises supply uncertainty

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Oil markets currently closed for the weekend are set to see price swings next week as the impact from the US and Israeli strikes on oi...

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Oil markets currently closed for t...

Mar 01, 2026 12:39 PM

Politics

Government to ease job rules in hospitality sector

Jason Hayward also notes changes for aviation roles as moves follow a workforce summit

Feb 27, 2026 8:00 AM

Budget

Burt: island’s finances standing strong

The Premier cites responsible choices, such as implementation of corporate income tax regime, as key

Feb 24, 2026 7:42 AM

Economy

Insurance profits jump 28% as economy expands again

International business sector drives growth as tourism and construction see mixed results

Feb 23, 2026 6:34 AM

Cartoon

Kevin Maybury, February 13, 2026

Royal Gazette cartoonist Kevin Maybury takes a look at the cost of living in Bermuda

Feb 13, 2026 7:55 AM

Tourism

Tourism accounted for 4.5 per cent of economy in 2024

A government report said the sector added $410 million to the island’s economy

Feb 13, 2026 7:51 AM

General

Island records ‘robust’ economic growth in Q3 2025

Jason Hayward says Bermuda’s economy grew 9.9 per cent year-over-year during the period after adjusting for inflation

Feb 12, 2026 2:53 PM

General

Minister meets bank officials for affordability talks

Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, and Clarien Bank leadership get their heads together

Jan 23, 2026 2:59 PM

Local Business

Onchain plan needs early wins, says former Coinbase director

Industry voices say real-world value will matter more than technology labels

Jan 22, 2026 7:57 AM

Economy

Bermuda aims to be world’s first onchain economy

Government uses help from Circle and Coinbase in drive to be the first fully onchain economy

Jan 20, 2026 7:45 AM

General

‘Small but mighty’: Burt showcases island innovation

Ahead of a summit in Davos, Switzerland, the Premier extols Bermuda business in World Economic Forum article

Jan 19, 2026 2:02 PM

International Business

Geoeconomic conflict tops risk outlook for 2026, WEF warns

Eighteen per cent of respondents ranked confrontation as the risk most likely to trigger a global crisis

Jan 19, 2026 7:51 AM

Politics

De Couto: GDP report shows little economic improvement

Shadow finance minister responds to the Government’s release of the Second Quarter GDP 2025 report

Jan 16, 2026 8:00 AM

Year in Review

Business 2025: Economic growth slows again

The year finishes with commercial concerns that are expected to persist well into 2026

Jan 15, 2026 3:52 PM

General

Hayward: economic growth stalled in second-quarter 2025

Economy minister says the contraction resulted from a growing trade deficit and reduced government spending

Jan 15, 2026 8:02 AM

Opinion Writer

Trump still believes cost of living crisis is a hoax

Presdient Donald Trump’s speeches on affordability aren’t working because he makes clear he does not think it’s a problem

Jan 15, 2026 7:57 AM

Labour

Hayward outlines work last year empowering Bermudians

Minister of Economy and Labour announces release of the 2025 Year in Review report

Jan 12, 2026 4:24 PM

Economy

What’s next for the markets in 2026 and beyond?

Bryan Dooley advises investors to respect AI and its technology-driven market leadership

Jan 05, 2026 7:55 AM

Opinion Writer

Three wishes for future generations

The OBA wants absenteee voting approved in 2026, along with more information on Caricom membership and a local economy that works for Bermudians

Jan 03, 2026 8:00 AM

Economy

Commercial real estate sales double

Demand for the highest quality office space remains as huge properties come online through 2027

Dec 31, 2025 8:02 AM

Editorials

Happy new year to all our readers

Many people seem to be ready to say good riddance to 2025 tonight and are hoping that 2026 will bring better tidings. Certainly the world feels more polarised ...

Many people seem to be ready to say good riddance to 2025 to...