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The annual World’s Best Cities Report for 2026, published by Resonance Consultancy, highlights global city rankings based on livability, loveability, and prosperity indicators.
Barcelona, in Spain, takes the tenth global position with livability ranked 2nd, loveability 3rd and prosperity 76th, yet remains one of the world’s strongest lifestyle cities.
Berlin, in Germany, stands ninth overall with livability ranked 6th, loveability 7th and prosperity 23rd, supported by its cultural and economic stability.
Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, holds the eighth position with livability ranked 9th, loveability 6th, and prosperity 17th, showing its rapid global rise.
Rome, in Italy, stands seventh overall with livability ranked 5th, loveability 5th and prosperity 34th, reflecting strong cultural appeal despite a lower economic ranking.
Singapore holds the sixth position globally with livability ranked 9th, loveability 12th, and prosperity 5th, maintaining its status as Asia’s leading hub.
Madrid, in Spain, secures the fifth spot worldwide with livability ranked 7th, loveability 6th, and prosperity 10th, supported by its strong lifestyle appeal.
Tokyo, located in Japan, takes the fourth position globally with livability ranked 4th, loveability 4th, and prosperity 3rd, showing balanced performance across all pillars.
Paris, in France, stands in third place overall with livability ranked 1st, loveability 1st and prosperity 4th, reinforcing its cultural and lifestyle dominance.
New York, in the United States, holds the overall second position with livability ranked 2nd, loveability 3rd, and prosperity 2nd, showcasing its global strength.
Known as the “capital of capitals,” London, located in the United Kingdom, remains number 1 for the 11th straight year with livability ranked 3rd, loveability 2nd, and prosperity 1st.