Over the past five years, energy and non-energy commodity prices have gone up a good deal in comparison with those of non-commodity manufactured goods, and the exchange rate has changed considerably, further affecting the prices of many goods. Yet overall, the economy has adjusted well against the backdrop of low, stable inflation.
Finally, relevant to the themes of consumer empowerment, we recognise the scope for improved literacy and conduct regulations to improve financial welfare. 1/2  BIS central bankers' speeches  As it should be, political pressures to address financial inclusion deficits are mounting in The Bahamas, and there has to be comprehensive constructive responses.