Greater Zurich has been awarded an AAA rating and ranks second globally in the newly released Open for Business City Ratings 2025. The index, developed by a coalition including Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, and Deutsche Bank, evaluates cities based on economic competitiveness and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Greater Zurich’s result confirms its position as a leading European location where innovation, talent, and governance align with a progressive and open business climate.
An AAA rating represents the highest level of performance across innovation, entrepreneurship, talent development, and inclusion. Greater Zurich is one of only a few locations worldwide to reach this top category, and its second-place ranking reflects a regional model geared toward sustainable growth and long-term resilience.
The Open for Business report highlights key performance advantages of inclusive cities:
4x stronger human capital, an edge as the global skilled labor shortage is projected to hit 85 million by 2030 (World Economic Forum)
2x higher innovation output
2.5x higher entrepreneurship activity
Greater Zurich’s performance is underpinned by both economic and societal stability. The 2022 nationwide vote in favor of marriage equality reflects a shared commitment to inclusion, now embedded in the region’s legal framework. International companies benefit from leading innovation ecosystems in technology, life sciences, finance, and advanced manufacturing – supported by reliable infrastructure, low regulatory risk, and a highly skilled talent pool.
For global firms seeking a location that balances openness and operational excellence, the Greater Zurich Area offers a proven environment for long-term success.
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