A new economic analysis ranks New York as the top global city, surpassing traditional financial hubs like London and Paris. The assessment highlights the city’s exceptional performance in economic resilience and the quality of its workforce, positioning it as a leader in both financial stability and human talent. Experts attribute its dominance to a combination of robust business activity and a highly skilled population. The findings challenge conventional perceptions of global urban economic power.
Oxford Economics places New York ahead of London and Paris, with the city scoring particularly strongly on economic strength and human capital.