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The World Cup brought tons of visitors to Kansas City. Why aren’t all businesses benefiting?
13 minutes Posted Jul 1, 2026 at 9:00 pm.
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While some Kansas City businesses have reported sales slowed significantly during the tournament, others — like barbecue restaurants and local merch shops — have seen extreme demand from visitors. World Cup traffic has been highly dependent on what businesses sell and where they’re located.