Oliver Wyman Forum – The Cities Shaping The Future 2025

Summary

The main theme of the report is the assessment of business attractiveness of 1,500 cities in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Key findings include rapid urbanization in developing economies of these regions and the emergence of new growth and innovation centers that are beginning to lead instead of North American and European metropolises. Examples of cities like Ho Chi Minh City, Hangzhou, Mexico City, and Jakarta becoming important economic and commercial centers.

Region: Global

Published: March 2025

Author(s): Oliver Wyman Forum

Language: English

Social drivers: Sustainability and ethics

Geopolitical drivers: Climate change Economic conditions International relations and treaties Political instability and conflicts Regulatory changes Supply chains disruption Workforce availability

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