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GTA 6 Launch Day Could Cost US Economy $1 Billion
Economist says 1.5 million Americans may miss work on GTA 6 launch day, costing $1 billion in lost output.
In brief
Economist says 1.5 million Americans may miss work on GTA 6 launch day, costing $1 billion in lost output. An economist estimates up to 1.5 million Americans could miss work on Nov. 19, costing $1 billion in lost output. Originally reported by BigGo Finance.
Economist Estimate
An economist estimates up to 1.5 million Americans could miss work when Grand Theft Auto VI launches on Nov. 19.
“An economist estimates that up to 1.5 million Americans could miss work when Grand Theft Auto VI launches on Nov. 19”
Lost Output Impact
The projection could cost roughly $1 billion in lost output in a single day.
“costing roughly $1 billion in lost output in a single day”
Targeted Workers
The estimate focuses on men aged 18 to 30 and technology workers.
“centers on men aged 18 to 30 and technology workers”
Take-Two Cash Flow
Take-Two Interactive expects more than $1 billion in operating cash flow for fiscal year ending March 2027.
“Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO) has guided to more than $1 billion in operating cash flow for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027”
Preorder Data
Nearly 90% of preorders are for the $99.99 Ultimate Edition.
“nearly 90% of GTA VI preorders are for the $99.99 Ultimate Edition”
Stock Performance
Take-Two shares trade near $206.70, down 19.79% year to date.
“Take-Two stock traded near $206.70 on Wednesday, down 19.79% year to date”
Launch Date History
GTA 6 has been delayed twice, with the current date falling on a Thursday.
“Nov. 19 is not the first date Rockstar has given for the game. The launch has already moved twice”
The main idea
An economist estimates up to 1.5 million Americans could miss work on Nov. 19, costing $1 billion in lost output.
