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The leisure and entertainment sector has been severely affected by the pandemic and the future will be challenging, as Senior Gaming Analyst John Poelking and Senior Lifestyles Analyst Kristen Boesel explain.

 

For a comprehensive look at the leisure and entertainment category check out “The Impact of COVID-19 on Leisure and Entertainment” Report.

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