Business● LowOct 20 · Oct 20, 2026, 8:45 PM
Grand Theft Auto VI Launch Could Cost US Economy $1 Billion In Lost Productivity
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from wtam.iheart.com · United States · North America
The launch of Grand Theft Auto VI is projected to cause a significant loss in productivity for the US economy. This highlights the potential economic effects of major entertainment releases.
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