Question

why were us businesses upset by spanish reactions to the cuban revolution during the late 1800s? us businesses thought that prices for goods in cuba would go down. us businesses did not want spain to become stronger economically. us businesses were afraid they would lose money that they had invested. us businesses were afraid that cuba would stop trading with them.

Explanation:

US businesses had significant investments in Cuba. During the Cuban Revolution and Spanish reactions, there was uncertainty. If the situation became unstable due to Spanish actions (like harsh repression etc.), the value of their investments (in plantations, industries etc.) could be at risk. They were focused on protecting their financial stakes.

Answer:

US businesses were afraid they would lose money that they had invested.