People and Pop Culture

The Market

A measured look at this week’s holdings

8.12.2019

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Buy

NWSL

It’s still early, but the league is seeing a post-Women’s World Cup attendance boost. Leaguewide attendance is up 70% from before this summer’s victory, and more than 50% better than the 2018 average. Now, can it be sustainable?

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Sell

NCAA

Already dubbed “The Rich Paul Rule,” an unnecessarily discriminatory new NCAA ruling will require agents to have a bachelor’s degree in order to represent players testing the NBA draft.

Hold

“PREDICT THE GAME”

The NFL is testing its first gambling-focused telecast during Washington Redskins preseason games with alternate broadcasts featuring free-to-play contests and prizes up to $1,000 per quarter. The Washington Wizards saw increased ratings and fan engagement during eight similar telecasts last season, and the Redskins hope to do the same.

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