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Representation of the Cuban peso crisis with bills and screen showing exchange rate

News Feb 12, 2026 3 min read

Cuban peso hits historic low of 500 per dollar on informal market

The Cuban peso depreciated to 500 units per dollar, a new historic low amid economic pressure and US sanctions against the island.

Illustration of Cuban economic crisis with empty shelves and devalued Cuban peso

News Feb 10, 2026 2 min read

Cuba's Economy Contracted 5% in 2025: Study Reveals Crisis

Study confirms Cuba GDP decline, 1.5 million emigration, rising infant mortality. Critical juncture.

Cuban peso bills next to a US dollar representing Cuba's currency crisis

News Feb 10, 2026 3 min read

Dollar Breaks 500 Cuban Peso Barrier in Black Market

The US dollar hit a historic high of 500 Cuban pesos, just two months after the government implemented a floating exchange rate to control the informal market.