'Within the ball park': Gov't debt near $9bn
The Government's first quarter fiscal outturn was "within the ball park" of projections, the deputy prime minister said last night, as $692m in net borrowing drove its direct debt to almost $8.9bn.
IAN FERGUSON: Get leadership's next generation ready now
Leadership skills are the abilities that one uses to guide a team toward successful outcomes and achieve company objectives. Whether you are overseeing a company or managing a project, your leadership skills can inspire others to reach their shared goals. Some of the most common leadership skills include communication, creativity, motivation, positivity and integrity.
Quality focus need for vacation rentals
Exuma's vacation rental industry must first focus on developing a consistent quality product before it can truly the promote the sector, the island's Chamber of Commerce head argued yesterday.
Airline backs off pre-flight Bahamas COVID testing
American Airlines has backed away from plans to conduct pre-flight COVID-19 testing on all international travellers coming to The Bahamas, a top tourism official revealed yesterday.
Newly-launched grant gets 411 applications
The Small Business Development Centre (SBDC) has received 411 applications from businesses eager to access a $5,000 self-starter grant within a month of the initiative's launch.
Scotiabank: 93% of transactions at closing sites digital
Scotiabank (Bahamas) top executive yesterday said 93 percent of transactions at the five branches it plans to close are now being conducted over self-service or digital banking channels.
Atlantis affirms phased re-open before year-end
Atlantis yesterday reaffirmed its re-opening will take a phased approach with its "first guests" expected to return to Paradise Island before year-end 2020.
Water Corp's $2.5m solar outlay to drive sustainable rebuild
The Water and Sewerage Corporation's (WSC) executive chairman yesterday said its $2.5m Abaco solarisation project epitomised its drive to rebuild using more sustainable systems.
DPM praises efforts to regulate digital assets
The deputy prime minister yesterday hailed The Bahamas' efforts to regulate the fast-evolving financial technology (Fintech) industry as “bold” and “forward thinking".
Water Corp seeks extra $13m for Abaco rebuild
The Water & Sewerage Corporation will be seeking a minimum $13m in additional funding to complete the rebuilding of Abaco-based infrastructure that was devastated by Hurricane Dorian.
Oil opponents stoke fears for 122k jobs
Environmental activists yesterday warned the Prime Minister more than 122,000 Bahamian jobs could be in jeopardy if imminent oil exploration activities result in any accidental spills or pollution.
Marijuana chief admits 'dilemma' over bank threat
The Bahamas faces "a dilemma and serious concern" in developing a medical marijuana/hemp industry due to US legal restrictions, a Government advisory body co-chair conceded yesterday.
Albany targeting phased South Ocean expansion
Albany is planning a phased redevelopment of its South Ocean neighbour that will create several hundred construction jobs in the initial stages, environmental submissions have revealed.
ART OF GRAPIX: Spotting 'red flags' for bad designers
l must admit that it can be tricky to accurately assess a person from a quick study of their resume and a brief interview or two. Candidates are obviously putting their best foot forward, and seasoned professionals have learned how to identify tell-tale signs of their true potential. This is particularly true when it comes to hiring bad graphic designers, making it pretty easy to spot them. Here are a number of signals identified as red flags to avoid.
Dealers 'can't stay afloat' if 47% Q3 drop persists
Auto dealers yesterday warned they "cannot remain afloat" if the 2020 third quarter's 47.37 percent industry-wide decline in new auto sales persists.
