Scott Rasmussen's Number of the Day for January 31, 2020
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January 31, 2020: When the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers meet on the football field Sunday, American consumers will spend an estimated $17.2 billion to enjoy the event.[1]
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), 194 million adults will spend an average of $88.65 each. The vast majority of that money (80%) will be spent on food and drink. Another 11% will be spent on team merchandise. New TV’s, decorations, and furniture round out the spending for the big game.[1]
Forty-seven percent (47%) of men say the game itself is the most important part of the event. Just 19% of women agree.[1]
- Twenty percent (20%) of women see the commercials as most important along with 13% of men.
- 14% of women are most interested in the halftime show, a view shared by 7% of men.
- 29% of women won’t be watching. Neither will 18% of men.[1]
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