ANZ Senior Pacific Economist, Dr Kishti Sen, says the 2026-27 National Budget assumed a worst-case set of economic assumptions to project revenue.

Minister for Finance Esrom Immanuel says development projects earmarked for Lomaiviti Province will be delivered in stages, with some already funded under the current national budget and others being considered for the next financial year.

The cabinet has endorsed the Exchange of Letters between the Government of Fiji and the Government of Australia to facilitate the third amendment to the Direct Funding Arrangement under the Fiji Budget Support Programme.

The Consumer Council of Fiji is calling for stronger enforcement powers and legislative reforms to address persistent non-compliance issues.

The Suva Retailers Association says the ongoing global fuel price crisis is already impacting businesses across Fiji, with rising import costs expected to push prices higher for consumers.

Concerns are mounting over how effectively government ministries are using taxpayer funds, as millions remain unspent despite ongoing infrastructure and service delivery challenges.

Nausori residents have urged the government to find ways to reduce fuel demand. They highlighted that the conflict in the Middle East could disrupt Fiji’s supply.

Fiji’s ongoing fuel supply concerns could place added pressure on government revenue, with the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service closely monitoring the situation.

Fiji’s bus operators are raising serious concerns over the latest fuel price increase, warning it is putting pressure on the survival of the industry.

A Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence member has raised concerns over how millions of dollars are being spent in Fiji’s sugar industry.

The government is working closely with the Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission before a final decision is made on recommendations related to Energy Fiji Limited’s proposed tariff adjustments.

BSP Financial Group Limited has reported a 12.9 per cent increase in statutory net profit after tax for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, driven by balance sheet growth, resilient margins, and strong foreign exchange earnings.