Has Little Caesars Arena boosted economic activity in Detroit? We looked at hotel and short-term rental industry data to find out

In 2026, Little Caesars Arena will host the Pistons, Red Wings and concerts with A$AP Rocky and Cardi B. But building it wasn’t necessarily a huge moneymaker.

By: Gidon Jakar, University of Florida, The Conversation

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Published: February 5, 2026

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Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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By Gidon Jakar, University of Florida

Detroit’s population reportedly grew in 2023 for the first time in 60 years, a trend that has continued in recent years. Over the past decade, the city center has experienced substantial private and public investments and development.

I personally witnessed some of the changes in Detroit while I was studying for my Ph.D. at the University of Michigan’s sport management program. I am now an assistant professor at …

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