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World Cup Boosts NY NJ Economy | New York City News
The World Cup sent shockwaves through New York and New Jersey, pumping $2.1 billion into the local economy and generating $300 million in tax revenue — all fueled by fans spending $1.2 billion in June alone. Over 645,000 attended games, while more than a million flocked to fan events, turning streets into stadiums of energy. Transportation ran smoothly, shuttling 116,000 fans over eight games and clearing stadiums in under three hours. Yet not everyone cashed in — NJ Transit saw lower ridership due to incomplete FIFA data, and hotels missed revenue targets by over $120 million. Still, the…
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