Solar eclipse could cost US employers over â¹4,400 crore
The solar eclipse occurring on August 21, in the middle of the workday, may cost US employers around $694 million (over â¹4,400 crore) in lost productivity. Reportedly, employees will need about 20 minutes to find a viewing spot and watch the eclipse. During these 20 minutes, each viewer will cost employers around $7.95 (over â¹500).