Global wagers on the 2026 World Cup could top $50 billion, according to Macquarie analyst Chad Beynon. That’s up from more than $35 billion in the 2022 tournament.

SumUp and Researchscape Study of 1,000+ U.S. Adults Finds Match Days Boost Spending at Independents; Quick, Hassle-Free Payments Give Small Businesses an EdgeNEW YORK, June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicking off in North America,

By Danielle Kaye NEW YORK, June 11 (Reuters) - As the World Cup kicks off, Nike and Adidas are competing on and off the field. Nike needs a win. The soccer tournament, this year held partly on the U.S.

The expected travel boom from the World Cup is looking like it will be a city-by-city, match-by-match test of pricing power.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America today (June 11) not only as the biggest tournament in World Cup history, but also as FIFA’s most powerful commercial engine, with the expanded 48-team,

Affordable options are driving bookings for short-term rental platforms, however. Theo Keith with Airbnb noted that the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to become the "biggest hosting event in Airbnb's 18-year history".

The green, white and red colors of the Mexican flag are blanketing parts of Mexico City as the country’s capital gets ready to host the opening match of the World Cup this Thursday.

Certain World Cup tickets in these five U.S. host cities cost more than the average monthly mortgage payment, with the final at MetLife Stadium starting at $7,256.