TKO Group Holdings reported a slight revenue decline for full-year 2025 but exceeded guidance and delivered a sharp turnaround in profitability, driven by continued momentum at Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). For the year ended December 31, 2025, TKO posted revenue of $4.73 billion, down 3% year-over-year. However, the figure narrowly…
The knockout playoff round of Europe’s premier club competition just wrapped up, and while the on-pitch drama had fans on the edge of their seats—Real Madrid’s miraculous escape against Benfica, Paris Saint-Germain narrowly surviving Monaco, and Norway’s Bodø/Glimt stunning Inter Milan—the real spectacle for economists and sports finance nerds is happening off the field. The…
The 2025 FIBA Men’s EuroBasket has delivered a significant boost to the European sports economy, generating a total impact of €283.6 million, according to a comprehensive study by Nielsen Sports and FIBA Europe. The tournament, co-hosted by Latvia, Finland, Cyprus, and Poland, showcased a substantial increase in both economic and media value compared to previous…
The New York Red Bulls have officially expanded their local commercial roster by naming Financial Resources Federal Credit Union (FRFCU) the club’s Official Credit Union. Announced on February 24, 2026, the multiyear agreement integrates retail banking directly into the supporter experience through co-branded products and community-driven initiatives. Headquartered in Branchburg, New Jersey, FRFCU is one…
Manchester United is finally beginning to balance its books, but the price of fiscal stability has been a historic reduction in the club’s workforce. In a financial statement released today, February 25, 2026, the club revealed that it has slashed its losses by 90% for the first half of the 2025/26 season, bringing the deficit…
Arsenal’s transformation from a Europa League regular to a genuine European heavyweight is now reflected in the club’s balance sheet. According to consolidated accounts for the year ended May 31, 2025, the North London club generated a record £691 million in revenue, a staggering leap that brings them within striking distance of Europe’s financial elite….
For the first time in recent seasons, the Premier League has avoided the drama of mid-season points deductions. Every one of the 20 member clubs has been deemed compliant with the Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) for the 2024/25 period. However, the clean sheet comes with a significant asterisk: at least two clubs reached safety…
For a football club, promotion to the first division is often measured in TV rights and ticket sales. However, for Elche CF, the true windfall is being calculated in the boardroom. According to a mid-season report by Nielsen Sports, the club has managed to multiply the media value for its primary sponsors by an average…
The lights at San Siro dimmed prematurely for Inter Milan on Tuesday night, but the silence following their aggregate defeat to Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt will be felt most acutely in the club’s accounting offices. By crashing out in the Champions League playoffs, the Nerazzurri have not only suffered a sporting humiliation but have also triggered…
The final whistle of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup didn’t just signal a new champion; it announced the arrival of a commercial powerhouse. According to a pair of comprehensive impact reports released by World Rugby on Wednesday, the tournament generated a staggering £294.7 million (€353.4 million) in total economic gain for England, fundamentally altering…
