WILLEMSTAD — The New York metropolitan area has attributed a $3.5 billion economic impact to the FIFA World Cup held in the region, according to reporting by Fortune.

The region has presented these figures as evidence of positive economic outcomes from hosting the tournament. However, Fortune notes that the complete financial accounting of the event has not been fully disclosed to the public.

The reporting specifically identifies unresolved questions regarding expenditures stemming from transit infrastructure cost overruns and expenses associated with FIFA hosting operations. According to Fortune, these aspects of the financial settlement remain inadequately explained by regional authorities.

The New York metropolitan area had previously indicated that hosting the World Cup would deliver substantial economic benefits to the region. The now-reported $3.5 billion figure is cited by the area as evidence supporting these economic advantages.

Questions regarding full transparency on all costs, including those related to transportation infrastructure and FIFA-related expenses, remain unanswered according to Fortune’s reporting.