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Market Demand Trends

VISA INC. · 2026-08-04 · Importance 35 · Surprise 48

Visa-reported data indicated that FIFA World Cup 2026 increased matchday spending in Toronto and Vancouver by as much as 24.6%. The spending surge occurred in Canada’s host cities during the tournament and was reported as supporting local businesses. The data provides a company-specific indication of temporary event-driven payment demand in the Canadian market, rather than a broader economic forecast.

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