As the world's eyes are glued to the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, economists are weighing in on the massive economic impact of the global sporting event. In a recent interview with Fox Business, financial expert Jeff Sica shed light on the surprising fact that New Jersey played a significant role in New York City's World Cup windfall. According to Sica, the Garden State effectively "wrote the check" that allowed the Big Apple to cash in on the tournament's economic benefits. With millions of fans flocking to the region to catch World Cup matches, Sica breaks down the complex economic dynamics at play and how New Jersey's contribution helped New York City reap the rewards.


New Jersey 'wrote the check' that New York City cashed: Jeff Sica on World Cup economic impact  Fox Business