Business

'Refunds unlikely' if travellers have to self-isolate

Holidaymakers will be “bearing all the risk” when overseas getaways return as they face little chance of refunds if they go into self-isolation.

July 3, 2020 11:27 am
 

Business

16,000 Fijian sugar farmers impacted by a decision by Nestlé

Nestlé’s UK KitKat brand has decided to take more than a break with Fairtrade in a move that will impact 16,000 Fijian sugar farmers who stand to lose nearly $US12 million in annual sugar sales and Fairtrade premiums.

July 3, 2020 9:04 am
 

Business

Fiji’s worst economic decline projected by RBF

The Fijian economy is projected to contract by 21.7 percent this year, which the Reserve Bank has described as the most severe in our modern history.

July 3, 2020 6:37 am
 

Business

2019 survey reveals $3.03b in tourism earnings

The Fiji 2019 Annual International Visitor Survey reveal total tourism earnings of $3.03 billion.

July 3, 2020 6:29 am
 

Business

Sigatoka farmer resorts to selling by the roadside

A farmer in Sovi Bay, Sigatoka who had a thriving business for almost 20 years, has resorted to selling produce by the roadside.

July 3, 2020 5:50 am
 

Business

US unemployment falls to 11%, but new shutdowns are underway

U.S. unemployment fell to 11.1% in June as the economy added a solid 4.8 million jobs, the government reported Thursday.

July 3, 2020 5:49 am
 

Business

Real Estate agents struggle as rental income decreases

With Fijians now opting for low rental properties, some Real Estate agents are struggling.

July 3, 2020 5:49 am
 

Business

Alaska Airlines secures loans; casinos in NJ reopening

The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed.

July 3, 2020 5:35 am
 

Business

Blue Lane receives positive response

The Port Denarau Marina has received positive response with over 100 yachts and super yachts currently requesting permission to travel to Fiji.

July 3, 2020 5:28 am
 

Business

Real Estate Agents reposition themselves

Real Estate Agents are now repositioning themselves to be able to earn a living until the sector gains consumer confidence.

July 2, 2020 4:45 pm
 

Business

Port charges too high for tuna suppliers

The Pacific Fishing Company Limited whilst recording an increase in the supply of albacore tuna, says it’s struggling to attract more suppliers due to high port charges where fish is offloaded.

July 2, 2020 4:30 pm
 

Business

“GET SAFE ONLINE” launched in Fiji

Online scams affecting Pacific businesses and individuals will soon be targeted by a new educational campaign.

July 2, 2020 2:20 pm

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