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Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026 rankings

Overview

The Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026 has highlighted several French cities for their economic and social metrics. Toulouse was identified as a “city to watch” due to its strong growth prospects, particularly within the aeronautics industry and expanding information technology sectors. The city is projected to experience significant demographic growth, with an estimated 57,000 new residents.

In terms of quality of life, Grenoble achieved a high global ranking, placing 4th with a score of 90.8, the highest among European Union cities. Paris also secured a top-ten position globally. The index evaluates metropolises based on economy, human capital, quality of life, environment, and governance.

Entities

Oxford Economics · Toulouse · LPDJ Insight · Grenoble · Lyon

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Grenoble and Toulouse highlighted in Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026

    The Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026 ranks Grenoble 4th globally for quality of life and identifies Toulouse as a major city to watch due to its economic growth and aeronautics industry.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Toulouse named a global city to watch by Oxford Economics

    Toulouse has been named a “city to watch” in the Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2026, cited for its strong economic growth, aeronautics industry, and high quality of life.

Sources

demotivateur.fr · lopinion.com · presseagence.fr · toulouscope.fr