Singapore ranks fifth in 2025 Global Cities Index

The city’s improved ranking was attributed to gains in infrastructure quality, GDP per capita, and foreign direct investment.

Singapore maintained its fifth global ranking in the 2025 Global Cities Index (GCI).

According to Kearney, modest improvements in political engagement and human capital, including greater ease of entry, were offset by slight declines in cultural experience and business activity, resulting in no change from its 2024 position.

However, Singapore made a significant leap in the 2025 Global Cities Outlook (GCO), rising from 20th to third.

The city’s improved ranking was attributed to gains in infrastructure quality, GDP per capita, and foreign direct investment, which together signal stronger future competitiveness and growth potential.

The report also highlighted the continued strength of the Asia-Pacific region, with Singapore among five APAC cities ranking in the GCI global top 10.

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