Cuba Launches Military-Run Mega Store in Mariel Operating in U.S. Dollars
The Cuban government opened a new mega store in Mariel, Havana, operated by military-run retail chain Tiendas Caribe that wholesales exclusively in U.S. dollars.
Category: Economy
Tourism in Cuba Plummets in 2025, Deepening Economic Strain
Cuba’s tourism sector fell nearly 30% in early 2025, deepening the island’s economic crisis. Infrastructure failures, service shortages, and growing instability are driving visitors away, with recovery unlikely before 2030.
Cuba Buys Millions in U.S. Food. So Why Are Cubans Still Going Hungry?
Despite importing millions in U.S. food, Cubans are still going hungry. There is a legal trade behind the numbers, and the broken system that keeps store shelves empty.
Cuban-American Wins $29M Verdict Against Expedia Under Helms-Burton Act
First jury verdict under Title III of the Helms-Burton Act awards $29.85M to Cuban-American plaintiff over expropriated property in Cayo Coco, Cuba.
Cuba’s Average Salary Rises to $16 Per Month, Can’t Cover Basic Needs
In 2024, Cuba’s average state salary rose by 25.6% to 5,839 pesos, but it remains far below the cost of basic living. Most Cubans still struggle to afford essential goods as inflation and economic challenges persist.