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Golf generates nearly €630 million in societal benefits in Finland

A new study published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living shows that Finnish golf players spend approximately €330 million on golf annually and that this generates an estimated benefit to society almost twice as high.

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A 2021 study assessed golf’s societal value in Finland, measuring both the money players spend in various economic sectors and the broader health and well‑being benefits of the sport. Using Social Return on Investment (SROI) analysis, the research found that every euro invested in golf generated a return of 1.9 euros in societal benefits. When economic multiplier effects were included, the SROI rose to 2.4. The study highlights golf’s positive impact on public health and the national economy.

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