The latest edition of the Fed's beige book indicated that the soccer tournament wasn't necessarily translating to broader economic growth.

The World Cup is delivering a big revenue boost for FIFA but not so much for the United States economy—as international tourists have not turned up in promised numbers.

The latest edition of the Fed's beige book indicated that the soccer tournament wasn't necessarily translating to broader economic growth.

The Fed's July 2026 Beige Book shows World Cup host cities seeing a 28% surge in bar spending while broader consumer activity slows amid rising oil prices.