Passing your legacy to the present and future
I remember one of my mentors telling me about this guy he met at a business seminar.
Health provider begins 'new era'
The Family Medicine Centre, which specialises in general and preventative medicine, is starting a “new era” with the opening of its newly-constructed facilities on Blake Road. “This building is more than a bunch of shiny new rooms; it is a symbol of our enduring commitment to our patients and the community. It makes it possible for us to do more and provide more,” said Dr Graham Cates, FamilyMedicine Centre’s founding physician.
Shake off 'self-imposed investment xenophobia'
By NATARIO McKENZIE
Cable appeal over 27% basic TV price rise set for October
The Utilities Appeal Tribunal (UAT) will hear Cable Bahamas’ protest against the rejection of its request for a 27 per cent increase in the price of its basic (PRIME) pay-TV package over a three-day period in October.
China proposes major Bay St. Redevelopment
China’s interest in downtown Nassau goes far beyond the potential British Colonial Hilton purchase, Tribune Business can reveal, having presented Prime Minister Perry Christie with a ‘Master Plan’ to redevelop Bay Street and surrounding areas.
Contractors fearing 'huge black market'
Well-known contractors yesterday warned of a “brutal” impact if they were forced to absorb Value-Added Tax (VAT) on pre-existing contracts, and said the new levy could create a “huge black market” in construction services.
VAT revisions prevent group tourist 'erosion'
The Bahamian hotel industry has avoided “a significant erosion” of its group visitor base after the Government adopted the sector’s preferred VAT treatment of pre-bookings, Tribune Business was told yesterday.
'Nonsensical' to eat VAT on pre-existing contracts
The private sector is preparing to fight “nonsensical” provisions that will force Bahamian businesses to ‘eat’ the 7.5 per cent Value-Added Tax (VAT) on pre-existing contracts post-January 1 if clients refuse to pay it.
Moody's keeps Bahamas GDP growth at 2-2.5%
Moody’s is still predicting that the Bahamian economy will grow by 2-2.5 per cent in 2015 despite Baha Mar’s delayed opening, which will mean the $3.5 billion mega resort misses “the high season” in tourism.
Luciano's marks 10th anniversary
The Luciano’s of Chicago restaurant is celebrating its 10th anniversary on downtown Nassau’s waterfront.
Delivering the real message to investors
Just recently, the glossy July-December edition of ‘The Bahamas Investor’ landed in my mail box, and I could enjoy the semi-annual pleasure of sinking into a fantasy world of Bahamian perfection.
Miller, unions slam floating power plant
By NATARIO McKENZIE Tribune Business Reporter nmckenzie@tribunemedia.net
Baha Mar reaches to Exuma on recruitment
Baha Mar’s Family Island outreach and recruitment efforts continued in Exuma, with residents receiving an in-depth presentation on the multi-billion dollar resort.
Top realtor urges housing stimulus
A leading realtor has urged the Government to stimulate the housing market as a way to kick-start economic growth momentum, suggesting it look at incentives such as a temporary Stamp Duty rate cut to 6 per cent.
Small Business Agency in 20% operating expense cap
The proposed Small Business Development Agency (SMEDA) can only allocate 20 per cent of its funding to cover operational expenses, freeing “no less than $8 million” per year to assisting Bahamian entrepreneurs.
