Sports Spending and the GDP

Sports Spending and the GDP

Author: Fi Plan Partners February 5, 2026 Duration: 6:38
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On this week’s episode of Educational Insights, Ashley Page breaks down how sports spending contributes to the U.S. economy, and the numbers may surprise you. Depending on how broadly it’s measured, sports account for roughly 1% to 2% of U.S. GDP, a footprint comparable to the entire American auto industry. From the Super Bowl and the Olympics to college athletics and global soccer, this episode highlights how sports have become a major, and fast-growing, economic force.

Watch to learn more.

Ashley Page, JD, MBA
Senior Vice President
Wealth Consultant
Email Ashley Page here

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