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Investments were significant in infrastructure, but the COVID-19 pandemic led to a lack of foreign tourists and associated spending, impacting expected revenues negatively.

Investments in sports facilities, transportation, and infrastructure improvements were made. However, economic benefits were less than expected and some facilities are underused.

Significant investments in the regeneration of East London. The event was considered economically successful with a boost in tourism and long-term improvements in infrastructure.

Massive investments in new infrastructure, sports venues, and urban development. These improvements provided long-term benefits for the city despite high initial costs.

The cost of hosting was much higher than anticipated, leading to long-term economic strain and rarely used sports facilities, contributing to Greece's debt crisis.

The Games generated tourism revenue and public relations value. However, some venues have struggled to find long-term use, raising questions on economic sustainability.

Relied heavily on private funding, and experienced a strong increase in tourism. Post-Games, the city saw continued use of many facilities, but some criticized the commercialization of the Games.

Large-scale urban development, with a legacy of improved infrastructure and a significant boost in tourism, transforming the city's international image positively.

The Games provided a platform for economic growth and international exposure. Infrastructure investments contributed to modernizing the city.

The use of existing venues and corporate sponsorships led to a profitable Olympics, setting a precedent for future Games.

Significant investments in sports infrastructure, but the economic benefits were muted due to a US-led boycott, which diminished the expected international impact.

Overspending on construction projects resulted in significant debt that took decades to pay off, with legacy impacts on future Canadian Olympic bids.

Investments aimed at enhancing the city's infrastructure and reputation; however, the economic balance was overshadowed by the tragic terrorist attack.

Investments in urban infrastructure and promotion of Mexican culture. Economic impact was debated due to expenses on facilities that had little post-Games use.

Significant investment in infrastructure modernized Tokyo, providing lasting benefits and solidifying Japan's postwar recovery.

Investments in infrastructure, including venues and transportation, led to an increase in tourism and urban development.

Infrastructure investments bolstered national pride and spurred economic growth, but were also criticized for high costs and lack of long-term venue utilization.

Investments in facilities provided a short-term economic boost but had limited long-term economic impact.

Known as the 'Austerity Games,' minimal new investments were made due to post-WWII economic circumstances. Utilized existing facilities to minimize costs.