Overview

• The University of Birmingham estimates the July 5 Villa Park concert generated £33.8 million in gross economic output across the UK.
• Researchers found £27.6 million of that total was retained in the West Midlands, benefiting Birmingham and surrounding boroughs.
• Analysts used the SEIM-UK model to assess the event’s impact, citing 42,000 tickets sold with roughly 20% purchased by international fans at £197.50 to £834.
• Organizers have not confirmed final charitable donations, and Sharon Osbourne has rejected early $140–$190 million claims as inaccurate while audits and reconciliations continue.
• Previous reports cited nearly six million livestream viewers and substantial streaming revenue, which are distinct from the audited totals expected for the designated charities.