AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDigital Services: WASCO has launched a 24-hour online bill portal where customers can view balances, access bills and pay, with accounts updated immediately. Fuel Costs: Government subsidies are keeping petrol, diesel, kerosene and smaller cooking-gas cylinders at current prices through October 25; 100-lb cylinders and bulk LPG have risen by $10 and $0.10 per pound, respectively. Economic Outlook: The World Bank forecasts Saint Lucia’s economy will grow 1.1% in 2026 after contracting 0.6% last year, while warning that high energy and transport costs weigh on tourism-dependent islands. Trade and Agriculture: Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir is pressing for faster regional movement of goods, as Saint Lucia pursues plans for agro-parks and stronger local food production. Small Business: Entrepreneur Kelianne Peter is expanding her Network Soiree beyond meet-and-greet networking, bringing in agencies that can offer businesses growth and financing guidance.
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