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The Impact of Coronavirus on Sports Stocks

May 16, 2020July 15, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

The coronavirus pandemic continues to adversely affect sports stocks. Major events in most sports leagues have been put on hold, causing teams to lose out on profits. Industries that depend on these leagues have also lost significant amounts of profit. Continue reading →

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Calvin Ebun-Amu is passionate about finance and technology. While studying his bachelor’s degree, he found himself using his spare time to research and write about finance. Calvin is particularly fascinated by economics and risk management. When he’s not writing, he’s reading a book or article on risk and uncertainty by his favourite non-fiction author, Nassim Nicholas Taleb. Calvin has a bachelors degree in law and a post-graduate diploma in business.

Why Install A DICK’s Sporting Goods App

April 29, 2020April 30, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

During the lockdown period, it can be more difficult to do your shopping, especially when it comes to non-food goods and services. Thankfully, Dick’s Sporting Goods has come up with an innovative way to ensure that you can easily access different goods and deals that it has to offer. Continue reading →

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Finance Lessons from Professional Athletes

April 22, 2020October 2, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

Many athletes have come and gone. Many have made unthinkable amounts of money and many have lost unspeakable amounts of money. A lot of professional athletes, lacking time and the right advisors end up losing the fortunes they make. Oftentimes, they lose their fortunes and end up in significant debt. Their experiences serve as great lessons for the rest of us who would like to make and keep a sizeable nest egg. Professional athletes finance lessons provide a treasure trove of information. Continue reading →

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Coronavirus and Sports: The Economic Effects

March 25, 2020April 2, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

Sports has served as a pleasant and warm distraction in times of great uncertainty. From world wars to economic downturns, both sports fans and casual watchers of sports around the world have looked to athletes and their teams for the injection of hope. Unfortunately, the world finds itself faced with the coronavirus crisis which has put a pause on most people’s plans. This presents a turning point for the global economy. In the sporting world, where many major leagues have been shut down, this has implications. The events affect not only the net worth of athletes and their team owners but also the communities which depend on them, economically and emotionally. Continue reading →

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Highest Earning MLB Rookies

February 19, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

With the new MLB season on its way, a lot of talk is spreading on how rookies will perform against the old hats of the league as teams fight for glory on the diamond. Rookies will get their chances to not only set their mark on the field but also show why they are being paid so much. No doubt, some rookies will find themselves with higher pay checks by the end of the season while others may find themselves on the dreaded invisible list to free agency. Continue reading →

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Highest-Earning Soccer Players

February 11, 2020February 13, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

For as little as $1, you can own a soccer ball, a small price compared to the whooping high salaries that soccer teams pay their players to play the beautiful game. Since the early 2000s, salaries in the world’s most popular soccer leagues have increased by unprecedented amounts, as record prices continue to be set annually for household names and even new faces to the big leagues. We wonder, who are the highest-earning soccer players?

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Virat Kohli’s Net Worth

January 7, 2020January 7, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

Fondly known as the running machine, Virat Kohli, is worth more than many people would imagine. The cricket star has served not only as a great athlete but also a superb role model which has helped him in raising his net worth. Whether it’s his physique and play, or the statements he’s making on and off the field, his consistency and displays of class have given him the edge over many other athletes. Continue reading →

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How Much Does an NHL General Manager Make?

December 26, 2019June 18, 2020Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

If you ask NHL team owners what they look for in a General Manager, they’re likely to say they look for strong leadership qualities, superb communication skills, and of course unbreakable commitment to win. These qualities are harder to come by than most people expect. For this reason, General Managers of ice hockey teams make sizeable amounts in take-home pay. Continue reading →

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How I Save Costs as a Sports Fan

December 24, 2019December 24, 2019Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

A study has found that being a fan of a professional sports team can cost you almost $ 86,453 over a lifetime. Fans of sports like football, motor racing or soccer can expect to pay over $1,294 a year for entry and entrance prices, transport and retail expenses. For some, the expense is even greater with more than a fifth reporting that they spend an average of about $267 a year. Continue reading →

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David Beckham’s Net Worth

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019Calvin Ebun-AmuLeave a comment

Few names in soccer are as popular as that of David Beckham. Despite being retired for so many years, the former Manchester United player has managed to remain relevant in the sporting world, building a brand that transcends the soccer stadium. Around the world, the mention of David Beckham raises ears. Thus, it is no surprise that his net worth of $450 million continues to grow. Continue reading →

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