that same month in 1994, recently released figures show.

Tourist related outlets reported declining revenues compared to February 1994.

Analysts suggest that this reflects the 5.7 per cent fall in visitor arrivals during February 1995.

Similarly liquor merchants and motor vehicle merchants also experienced declines of 1.7 per cent and 9.8 per cent respectively.

However, local demand for building supplies, clothing and personal care products strengthened in February for a 5.8 per cent increase over February 1994. Returning residents declared $1.34 million worth of goods in February, an increase of 17.5 per cent over last year.