In this two-part feature on the economics of the Olympics, Global Finance delves into the financial strategies and innovations that the 2024 Paris Games, which run from July 26 to Aug. 11, are implementing to avoid the pitfalls of past host cities. Part one explores the historical context of Olympic costs and the steps the Paris Games organizing committee is taking to ensure fiscal responsibility. Part two examines the revenue generation and economic legacy of the Games, providing a detailed look at how the 2024 Summer Olympics might set a new standard for future host cities.