Chinese Thinking More Postively about Olympic Games Impact

The Beijing Olympic Games are costing a bundle.

Beijing Revises Olympic Budget to $2 billion

But the average Chinese on the street thinks it's worth it.

About 78% of those surveyed in the 20-45 age bracket are lauding the Games' worth….68% last month.

Some 93% think the Games will promote China to the rest of the world…up from 85%.

Around 70% say that the domestic tourism industry will flourish as a result of the Games….and continue to grow long after the closing ceremony.

Finally…62% think China will have a better medal haul than Athens.

The survey was conducted by Olympicworldwide partner Visa who asked shoppers in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen from July to September.

Do you think the Games are good for China? for any country?