John Rolle

Happy Holidays!

Who in The #Bahamas should have guaranteed access to #basicbanking or affordable #payments / transaction accounts, & on what terms? Give feedback on the @CentralbankBS1 consultation process. centralbankbahamas.com/news/press-rel… #FinancialIncluson

Over 600 students joined the @getmoneysmartbs #Bahamas Financial Literacy Expo! From budgeting to digital payments, they gained tools to make smart money moves & build a secure financial future. Thanks to all our partners for empowering the next generation! #FinancialLiteracy

The Movable Property Security Interests Bill, 2024, is a game-changer for small and medium-sized businesses. For too long, access to loans has been restricted to those with land and real estate.

A reminder: the @CentralbankBS1’s staff cannot accept any gifts, favours or tokens of appreciation from the public this holiday season. The Bank continuously strives to uphold and improve its service standards. Your satisfaction is all we aim for. centralbankbahamas.com/news/press-rel…

You don't want to miss this! We are inviting you to come and celebrate with us on Monday, 30 September, 2024! The event will be held at Margaritaville Beach Resort from 10:00 am to 2:00pm RSVP via email (accooper@centralbankbahamas.com) for free parking. #dicbahamasturns25

@GuardianNassau This should read average " consumer price inflation" trended downwards. Decreased inflation is different than having avg prices decrease. The avg prices only rise or "inflate" at slower rate. The past increases stay in the average price level. A very important difference.

Average consumer prices in The Bahamas trended downward during the second quarter of 2024, The Central Bank of The Bahamas said yesterday. thenassauguardian.com/news/central-b…

[4 of 4] It’s also important, through the conduciveness of our economic environment, to restore lending activities to greater prominence as a sustainable source of revenue for deposit taking institutions. It's a balancing act that must maintain the stability of the system.c

[3 of 4] We are also advancing how, on the structural side of operations, The Bahamas can make the domestic provision of financial services more efficient. Efficiency significantly affects the supply outlook for our sparsely populated Family Islands.

Our semi-annual assessment of retail bank charges has been published. This exercise is designed to help consumers match institutions with their financial service needs. Download the Commercial Bank Fees Cost Analysis report from our website at bit.ly/3YUDlKs

The international banking disruption is also having its impact on The Bahamas. Some card payment services were offline and may still be. The Central Bank is monitoring the impact on local commercial banks.

Artist Tyrone Ferguson's rendition of the Central Bank's 50th Anniv Logo. This inaugurates the @CentralbankBS1 sculpture garden. It will feature talented artists from across the #Bahamas & stay opened to the public. Unveiling had a spirited performance by our 50th Anniv Choir.

Join us on 12 June 2024 at 7pm at the British Colonial for a Memorial Lecture honouring T.B. Donaldson and Sir William Allen. RSVP by 3 June at learning-series@centralbankbahamas.com

The #PayFastLiveDigital Campaign from @CentralbankBS1 is here! Reps. from pwccu.com tell #MorningBlendBusiness how banks and financial institutions like theirs are teaming up to get the message out about the ease and benefits of digital payments and transactions.

Tune in to ZNS Thur.30.May @ 8pm to watch a discussion on the launch of #SandDollar Wallet 2.0, current trends in digital currency adoption & the future of SandDollar payments with moderator Royann Dean. Missed the original broadcast? Watch the rebroadcast on ZNS & OurTV.

Yesterday, Central Bank Governor John Rolle shared invaluable insights on financial literacy with an eager cohort of students from The Leadership Academy! Here's to building a brighter, more financially savvy tomorrow! Follow the link to get involved: buff.ly/3W6YIa6

Our semi-annual assessment of retail bank charges has been published. This exercise is designed to help consumers match institutions with their financial service needs. Download the Commercial Bank Fees Cost Analysis report from our website at bit.ly/3xvtmQ7

The Central Bank of The Bahamas is further relaxing #ExchangeControls on certain trade & investment payments: most reforms take effect on 1st April, 2024. See details: bit.ly/43oHyXb