Now in its 7th year, the Jamaica Stock exchange Junior Market has made significant contributions to Jamaica’s entrepreneurship, employment and economic development.

Since its inception in 2009, the stock exchange has continuously provided an enabling environment for the development of small and medium sized enterprises to raise equity and expand their products and services, markets and infrastructure.

Our government recognizes that the economic growth is dependent on the growth of all businesses and continues to view the junior stock market as one of our important partners in the thrust for economic growth and job creation. We therefore congratulate the Market for its achievement in being named the 2015 number one Exchange in the world by Bloomberg.

We are heartened that entrepreneurs continue to partner with investors who share in their risks and participate in the growth of their businesses. Your commitment to the growth and development of Jamaica’s economy is commendable. That is why we have maintained the corporate tax incentives for those entrepreneurs who take risks and enlist on the market.

As you celebrate 7 years of achievements, under the theme “Seven Successful years, The Journey Continues” we thank you for your continued partnership in creating a better, more secure future for all Jamaicans and wish you continued success in all your endeavours.

Hon. Andrew Holness, ON, MP

Prime Minister