Minister 'pledges' to help retain RBC's Bahamas book
The Minister of Financial Services yesterday “pledged” his support for Bahamas-based entities to acquire Royal Bank of Canada’s (RBC) private wealth management business, in a bid to preserve the 30 local jobs that will be impacted by the Canadian giant’s exit.
Four web shops closed before Bill hit House
At least four web shop operators exited the industry before the new Gaming Bill ever went to Parliament, a prominent attorney has revealed, while confirming that Percy’s Island Game was “definitely going ahead” to obtain a license.
Union urges Morton: 'Come to your senses'
The union representing more than 100 line staff at Morton Salt has called on the company to “come to their senses” and prioritise resolving outstanding labour issues, accusing it of dictating as opposed to negotiating.
Reality show aims to attract Chinese Visitors
A Bahamian tourism promotion firm is using film to attract Chinese visitor attention to the Bahamas and convert it into travel.
Realtor: Break Nassau's development 'time warp'
A leading real estate broker has called for Nassau to be viewed as a city, where its occupants now have to build up rather than out.
Ex-Robin Hood owner: 'Franchise' possibility for new retail format
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Chamber unveils its Energy Forum
The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) will on December 3 host the Bahamas Energy Security Forum 2014 at the British Colonial Hilton Hotel.
Ex-Robin Hood owner 'pioneers world first'
The owner of the former Robin Hood store yesterday likened himself to “the Phoenix rising”, as he returns to the Bahamian retail scene with “an unprecedented concept” he believes will cut his operating costs by 60-65 per cent.
Ex-owner takes '100% responsibility' for Robin Hood closure
The defunct Robin Hood retail chain’s owner yesterday said he was personally “100 per cent responsible for the failure”, adding that he had a choice between “brain surgery” of returning to retail.
'Not in market's interest' for BTC appeal to succeed
The Bahamas Telecommunications Company’s (BTC) main rival last night said it was “not in the market’s interest” for its appeal against a regulatory ruling, which found it guilty of anti-competitive behaviour, to succeed.
Government tackles VAT register 'turn-off'
A senior private sector executive yesterday praised the Government over its fast-tracking the Businesses License approval process for mandatory Value-Added Tax (VAT) registrants, adding that it was “not unreasonable” for the Government to expect a “mini-windfall” from this process.
Moody's: Gov't bank rescue costs 'modest'
The Government will only incur “modest” financial costs over the 10-year Bank of the Bahamas bail-out, an international rating agency praising its “swift action” to prevent any wider impact on the commercial banking system.
IAN FERGUSON: Striking the correct Immigration balance
Much has transpired in recent times regarding the national debate on Immigration reform.
Baha Mar's PGA golf course link
Baha Mar has partnered with the PGA TOUR’s TPC Network to unveil TPC at Baha Mar.
