Shopping in Panama: supermarkets, the Albrook and Multiplaza malls, fresh markets, delivery apps and the rhythm of everyday life in a dollar economy.
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Key Facts
Dollar economy. The US dollar circulates alongside the balboa, so budgeting and pricing feel instantly familiar to North Americans.
Big supermarkets. Riba Smith, Super 99, El Machetazo and PriceSmart cover everything from premium imports to bulk basics.
Mega-malls. Albrook Mall is one of the largest in the Americas; Multiplaza anchors the upscale end.
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