News - Guam

The end of year holiday season is typically important to retailers. But the Guam market is not expecting the same sort of spending it has been blessed with in the past. Larger stores with a range of products may fare better, but for niche retailers the going is tough.

Guam’s lack of salary parity with the U.S. mainland is one reason why residents leave and why those who graduate off-island do not return, coupled with the higher cost of living of food, utilities and housing.

Ueda Susumu has assumed the role of Consul-General of Japan on Guam and has been making his rounds with local leadership and getting to know the island. 

The Todu Guam Foundation has welcomed Dr. Danny McClure as its new permanent psychiatrist.