Central Bank governor maintains growth forecast above three percent

Central Bank Governor John Rolle expects Bahamian economic growth to exceed three percent in 2026, above the estimated 1.5 to two percent medium-term potential, citing tourism and investment, while noting lower energy costs could lift that potential.

Why it matters:Sustained above-trend growth supports tourism, real estate and fiscal consolidation, while energy costs, financing costs and geopolitical headwinds remain constraints on investment and visitor demand. (Positive development)

Also reported by The Tribune