Ahead of today’s eclipse, tourists from around the world flocked to the path of totality — and with all those visitors comes serious spending.
A $6 billion moment
The U.S. expected a $6 billion boost from the event, driven by hotels, gas, restaurants and more. Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati anticipated up to a million visitors — so many that a state of emergency was declared to prepare for traffic jams, cell-service overloads and delayed emergency response.
Eclipse economics and your wallet
Events like this tempt everyone to spend more on overpriced goods and services — necessities and souvenir glasses alike. Good for the economy; less good for your pocket.
We’re here for the other side of that equation — money INTO your pocket. Sell unused scrap gold or take a loan on sentimental pieces at the highest prices.
