World Cup Economics: How Much Boost Could The US Get?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup beginning in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico is projected to add 0.6% to U.S. GDP and 0.4% to global GDP. Bank of America estimates $11.1 billion in direct spending from 5.2 million attendees, with 1.2 million international visitors. The tournament is expected to generate 824,000 full-time-equivalent jobs globally and boost sectors including travel, lodging, payments, media, and sports betting.