3 ways hosting a Rugby World Cup alleviates Recession: A thought experiment in fiscal policy for all y’all fans

Tamara Naidoo
Nov 4 · 7 min read

There’s ample evidence to suggest a global recession will hit in the next 12 months. In keeping off the gloom, let’s dress up fiscal policy in the post-glow of the Rugby World Cup. In this thought experiment on fiscal policy, we explore 3 ways hosting a Rugby World Cup staves off recession.

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Tamara Naidoo

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