Caribbean Based Business News
Focused on matters that happen in, or affect the region.
Money, Finance, and Coconuts
Commentary on building businesses and wealth in the Caribbean.
Latin American Look
Thoughtful insights on how the LatAm and the Caribbean intersect from a bilingual team on the ground in both places.
So here’s the deal…
It’s no secret that much of the news and financial information we consume in the Caribbean comes with a heavy North American perspective. This is understandable since that region plays a big role in global finance. However living and doing business on a small island is significantly different and comes with unique challenges. Let’s tell our stories with our voice.
Here at tracking money we’re giving you a look at what’s happening money wise in the Caribbean and how global events impact our region. You will find insightful articles discussing various business topics and current events.
I spend most of my time bouncing between the Caribbean and Latin America, so you can expect some commentary on the money relationship between these two old neighbours. If you have specific questions or want a hot take on an issue please drop us a message or leave a comment on the socials.
– Dalan Vanterpool, Founder
Caribbean Islands in the Drama of Geopolitics – “Doh mix we up in dat!”
In the Caribbean, early in life we are presented with two paths to pursue. Either you’re going to dedicate yourself to minding your own business, or be the person that minds other people’s business. I was unable to find reliable statistics on the distribution of...
Does Size Matter? – How many clients to build a successful Caribbean business
Building businesses in relatively small island markets that we have in the Caribbean comes with challenges that the typical textbook on business strategy may not grasp. Even your popular online guru sharing generally useful, and sometimes vague advice may not...
5 Must Know Seasons to Win in Caribbean Business
The Caribbean runs on a different calendar and if you plan to run a successful business here, you must know these movements. Here are five seasons that move money across the Caribbean. The Five Seasons: Hurricane season Carnival Season Christmas season Tourist...