2024 Paris Olympics saw a 13% rise in international tourists, but local businesses faced sales drops of 35-40% due to security measures.
The 2024 Paris Olympics attracted 1.7 million international tourists, a 13% increase from last year. However, local businesses faced significant challenges due to extensive security measures around venues, resulting in sales drops of 35-40%. Many shop owners reported a decline in foot traffic as tourists focused on events over shopping. The French government plans to address the economic impact with a compensation commission for affected businesses starting in January.
September 10, 2024
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