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12
Apr
2017
2017
Press Release: Central Bank Prepares the Administrative Process for Liberalised Exchange Control Measures
Press Releases
The Central Bank is providing the public with an update on the administrative preparations for the introduction of the Exchange Control liberalisation measures announced on 29th March, 2017. These measures will take effe...
12
Apr
2017
2017
Press Release: Preparations Continue on the TB Donaldson Research Prize Competition
Press Releases
On 9th February, 2017, the Central Bank announced the establishment of the T. Baswell Donaldson Research Prize, and the launch of a competition to select a winning research paper on an economic or policy topic that has d...
10
Apr
2017
2017
NOTICE OF BGRS AVAILABILITY APRIL 2017
Public Notices
THE CENTRAL BANK OF THE BAHAMAS WILL RELEASE TO THE SECONDARY MARKET
03
Apr
2017
2017
Monthly Economic and Financial Developments, February 2017
General News
Domestic economic conditions remained subdued during the month of February, reflecting the ongoing softness in tourism activity; however, construction sector output continued to be supported by a number of varied-scale f...
03
Apr
2017
2017
PRESS RELEASE Re: Exuma Wildlife $10 Silver Proof Coin
Press Releases
On April 3, 2017 the Central Bank of The Bahamas will introduce its "Exuma Wildlife" $10 Silver Proof coin, the third in a five-coin series celebrating the uniqueness of the Islands of The Bahamas.
29
Mar
2017
2017
Relaxation of Capital Controls on Targeted Access to Foreign Currency Financing
Press Releases
The Government has approved the further liberalisation of Exchange Controls, targeting direct investment financing in foreign currency for certain local businesses. The Minister of Finance has agreed for these reforms to...
23
Mar
2017
2017
COUNTERFEIT BANKNOTE DETECTION WORKSHOP
Public Notices
Training Room, Central Bank of The Bahamas, Frederick St. Entrance
17
Mar
2017
2017
Central Bank Of The Bahamas Introduces Market Pricing Model For Secondary Transactions In Bahamas Government Bonds
Press Releases
The Central Bank of The Bahamas is introducing a market based pricing formula for Bahamian dollar denominated Bahamas Government Registered Stocks (BGRS) that are traded in the secondary market.
13
Mar
2017
2017
Quarterly Economic Review, December 2016
General News
The Central Bank of The Bahamas is pleased to announce the release of its Quarterly Economic Review for the fourth quarter of 2016. The review provides an examination of the domestic economic performance, as well as sect...
13
Mar
2017
2017
Governor's Presentation to the Young Presidents Organization
Press Releases
The Bahamas: Recent Economic Developments & Outlook
27
Feb
2017
2017
Announcement: Expression of Interest (EOI) Facility Concrete Roof Replacement Project
Public Procurement
The Central Bank of The Bahamas ("the Bank") invites Expression of Interest from suitably qualified, competent, experienced and financially sound local general contractors, joint ventures or consortia for the provision o...
24
Feb
2017
2017
Monthly Economic and Financial Developments for January 2017
General News
Preliminary indicators suggest that domestic economic activity remained soft during January. This reflected subdued tourism gains, which dampened strengthened construction output from the post hurricane rebuilding effort...
20
Feb
2017
2017
Governor's Presentation at the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce & Employers' Confederation State of The Economy Report 2017
Press Releases
The Bahamas' Sovereign Ratings Downgrade: The Central Bank's Role in Reforms to Strengthen the Outlook
09
Feb
2017
2017
The Central Bank Announces the Launch of the T. Baswell Donaldson Memorial Lecture and Research Competition Series
Press Releases
Mr. Timothy Baswell Donaldson was the first Governor of the Central Bank of the Bahamas, having led the organisation through its transition from the Bahamas Monetary Authority. The Bank's patronage of the arts under his...
31
Jan
2017
2017
Governor's Remarks at the 2017 Fidelity Bahamas Economic Outlook
Governor
Monetary and Financial Sector Policies: Strengthening the Medium-Term Prospects by John A. Rolle, Governor