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posted: August 26, 2026
Governor Hochul Announces $3.5 Billion in Regional Economic Impact From FIFA World Cup 2026
Economic Impact Across New York and New Jersey Exceeds Original $3.3 Billion Projection, Driven by $1.9 Billion in Direct Spending Tournament Supported More Than 27,000 Total Jobs, Generated $1.4 Billion in Total Labor Income, and Delivered More Than $414 Million in Total State and Local Tax Revenue…