Las Vegas sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the U.S.
Las Vegas sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the U.S.
After years of booming tourism in Las Vegas, the hot streak looks to be cooling off — and it may be a tell for the broader economy.
For the sixth consecutive month this year, Las Vegas experienced a decline in the number of visitors year-over-year — with June seeing nearly 400,000 fewer visitors, or an 11.3% drop, compared to the same time last year, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA).