Retailers across the island say sales were low over the recent Christmas season compared to previous years. Though stores ramped up sales promotions and offered discounts during the holiday period, inflation and the fact that Christmas Eve (traditionally the day with the highest consumer traffic) fell on a Sunday were cited among the reasons for the poor sales. Anthony Pearson, principal of Lloyd’s Department Store in Montego Bay, St James.
From the so-called doorbuster to early bird specials and discounts of up to 75 per cent off some items, Jamaicans will have the opportunity this Black Friday weekend to cash in on some major deals while leaving money in their pockets.
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Businessman Michael Ammar Sr has died at the age of 87.
Ammar Sr, who is a founding member of Ammar’s Department Store, died at home on Monday (March 8, 2021) while being comforted by his family, after ailing for approximately two weeks.
According to son Michael Ammar Jr, the achievements of his father pales in comparison to his personality and love for family.
“He was a gentle giant, a true gentleman. He was a great example and a very special person. He lived a good life and made a good run, but will be a big loss for us,” Michael Jr told