As 2026 begins, the October 2025 IMF Regional Policy Outlook for the Western Hemisphere projects regional GDP growth just above 2% for 2025–2026, a reminder that Latin America and the Caribbean must carefully balance fiscal consolidation with continued investment, and prioritise disciplined policy, resilience and smarter use of capital. For Trinidad and Tobago, that means every dollar, every reform and every new idea must work harder.
The new administration’s 2026 National Budget, “T&T First: Building Economic Fairness through Accountable Fiscal Policies,” signals a more deliberate push toward a modern, services-driven economy. Planned initiatives such as a secure Digital ID, a unified online government platform, the National Payment and Innovation Company (NPIC-TT) and a National AI Research and Innovation Hub aim to improve the ease of doing business and open new channels for SMEs in professional services, tech and export-oriented sectors.
For Moore TT, this evolving landscape reinforces our core mandate: providing clear, forward-looking advice that helps clients move from compliance to competitiveness. In 2026, we will deepen our thought leadership and hands-on support for SMEs, from understanding new tax and regulatory measures to strengthening cash flow, governance and growth strategies in a more demanding fiscal environment, to training programmes that turn creativity into bankable, export-ready business models.
Artificial intelligence will continue to reshape audit and finance, with global bodies emphasising that AI should enhance audit quality while preserving professional judgement, ethics and scepticism. Moore TT is committed to engaging clients on how to embed AI responsibly in their finance functions and assurance processes, unlocking deeper insight without compromising trust.
We also welcome Budget 2026’s recognition of the Orange Economy, including proposed support for film, fashion, design and music through mechanisms such as a Creative Value-Chain Fund and stronger IP protections. In the year ahead, Moore TT will continue to help creatives and cultural entrepreneurs build resilient business models, formalise their operations and scale across borders.
In 2026, our focus is clear and simple: partnering with businesses to translate policy, technology and creativity into sustainable Caribbean growth, and helping businesses thrive.
