CDB Digital Push for MSMEs: The Caribbean Development Bank and the Small Business Association of Barbados launched a regional initiative to help at least 150 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises boost digital skills, competitiveness and market reach, with extra focus on women-led and underserved businesses. Local Business Regulation: BARVEN is urging stricter regulation and enforcement for retailers, vendors and entrepreneurs, calling on entrants to get permits, regularise status and follow rules to avoid fines or removal. Transport Board Cashless Pilot: PSV owners have agreed to end industrial action after talks with the Transport Board over a controversial cashless card-fare pilot, with operators saying consultation and clearer communication were key concerns. Household Debt Watch: Barbados’ Financial Stability Report flags household debt rising to $6.64 billion by end-2025, warning the bigger issue is Bajans owing lenders more than they earn, even as payments continue. Banking Deal Update: Butterfield says it has completed initial regulatory filings for its $1.8bn CIBC Caribbean acquisition and still targets closing in the first half of 2027. Energy Planning Lesson: A regional energy price report cites Barbados’ Brechin Castle solar farm failure as a cautionary tale on weak planning and stakeholder alignment. Insurance & Cricket Sponsorship: Guardian Life renewed its Barbados Tridents partnership for CPL 2026, while the league also confirmed Dwayne Bravo and Ian Bishop as inaugural CPL Hall of Fame inductees.