Taylor Swift’s economic impact

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Taylor Swift’s worldwide “Eras” tour has grossed more than a billion dollars since it began in March 2023, boosting hotel stays, restaurant visits and Swifty tourism on five continents. As the tour comes to an end this Sunday in Vancouver, British Columbia, hosts Carol Hills and Carolyn Beeler look at the economic impact of Swift’s appearances on the local economies where she performed.

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