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The World Cup Promised $3.8 Billion — Here's What Canada Actually Got

       Monday July 13, 2026 FIFA promised Canada a $3.8-billion economic windfall for hosting the 2026 World Cup. Two weeks into play in Toronto, the receipts tell a very different story — and there's a lesson in it for anyone thinking a "big event" boost is coming to their city, their rental property, or their business. The Billion-Dollar Bill Came First Before a single ball was kicked, Canadian taxpayers were already on the hook. According to the Parliamentary Budget Office, governments across the country will spend roughly $1.07 billion hosting the 2026 tournament. Toronto alone budgeted $380 million to host six matches at BMO Field. British Columbia's tab for Vancouver's seven matches at BC Place came in even higher, at about $578 million. Ottawa is chipping in $473 million of that total — including $220 million in direct grants to Toronto and B.C., plus another $145 million earmarked for security costs during the tournament. Net of federal help, Toronto and B...

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Wall Street Awaits Key Nvidia Earnings and Inflation Data

 

Wall Street remained relatively quiet today as investors eagerly anticipate Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report and the latest inflation data from the government. Futures for the S&P 500 edged up slightly by less than 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained nearly unchanged after setting an all-time high the previous day.

The focus is on Nvidia, a key player in the artificial intelligence sector, which is expected to report significant earnings growth. Analysts predict Nvidia will announce earnings of 64 cents per share, a remarkable 156% increase from the same period last year, with revenue projected at $28.6 billion, up 110% year-over-year.

In addition to Nvidia’s results, investors are closely watching the latest inflation data, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s future monetary policy decisions. The combination of corporate earnings and economic indicators is likely to set the tone for the markets in the coming days.

Stay tuned for updates as these critical reports are released.


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