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BCCEC National Budget Exercise Survey 2026

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation (BCCEC) invites members of the business community to participate in this survey regarding the 2026/2027 National Budget presented on May 27, 2026.

Your feedback will help the Chamber assess the Budget's anticipated impact on businesses, identify key priorities and concerns within the private sector, and strengthen our advocacy efforts on behalf of the business community.

We appreciate your participation and encourage you to share your candid views.
1.Are you a current member of the BCCEC?(Required.)
2.What industry are you in?(Required.)
3.How familiar are you with the 2026/2027 National Budget presented on May 27, 2026?
4.Overall, how would you rate the 2026/2027 Budget from a business perspective?
5.Do you believe the Budget adequately addresses the needs of the private sector?
6.How do you expect the Budget to impact your business over the next 12 months?
7.Which aspects of the Budget do you believe will have the greatest impact on your business? Check all that apply.
8.How confident are you in The Bahamas' economic outlook over the next 12 months?
9.What do you consider the three most important issues affecting your business today?
10.Which areas should be the Government's highest priorities during implementation of the 2026/2027 Budget? Check all that apply.
11.Do you believe the Government is moving in the right direction regarding economic and business policy?
12.Have you been successful in renewing your business licence?
13.Were you impacted by the Business Licence Tax increase for businesses with revenue in excess of $175 million?
Open-Ended Questions
14.What is the most positive aspect of the 2026/2027 Budget from your perspective?
15.What key concerns do you have regarding the Budget?
16.What additional measures would you like the Government to pursue to strengthen the business environment in The Bahamas?
17.In what ways do you think the Government can improve the business and trade environment?
18.What specific roadblocks, if removed, would improve the ease of doing business?