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Was the World Cup worth it? Early data suggest Boston's bet is paying off.

Boston.com | Local

Jul 20, 2026

Was the World Cup worth it? Early data suggest Boston's bet is paying off.

Boston bars saw a 28% jump in transactions, Airbnb revenue climbed 27%, hotel rates surged, and the MBTA set ridership records during the FIFA World Cup. The post Was the World Cup…

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Was the World Cup worth it? Early data suggest Boston's bet is paying off.

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