Core Insights - The latest global GDP ranking of cities shows significant reshuffling, with New York maintaining its top position at 90,602 billion, followed closely by Paris, while Shanghai and Beijing rank fifth and sixth respectively [1][8] - Chinese cities are collectively rising, with Shenzhen making a historic entry into the top ten at 36,802 billion, Chengdu holding steady at 26th with 23,511 billion, and Nanjing closely trailing San Francisco at 18,501 billion [1][3][5][8] - The ranking reflects a multipolar economic landscape, highlighting the integration of innovation and traditional industries, particularly in Asian and American cities [1] Group 1: Shenzhen - Shenzhen's GDP of 36,802 billion showcases the strength of its digital economy, with a consistent growth rate above 6% over the past five years [3] - Major local companies like Huawei and Tencent are leading innovations in 5G and AI, driving the city's industrial transformation towards high-end sectors [3] - The city's high-tech output accounts for 30% of its GDP, attracting top global venture capital and boosting employment and resident income [3] Group 2: Chengdu - Chengdu's stable position at 26th with a GDP of 23,511 billion is supported by its cultural soft power, with the panda base attracting over 100 million visitors annually, leading to a 20% surge in consumer spending [4] - The city is enhancing its role as a western economic hub, with a projected 15% increase in foreign investment in 2024 [5] - Chengdu's Tianfu New Area is driving growth in integrated circuits and biomedicine, contributing over 100 billion to GDP [5] Group 3: Nanjing - Nanjing, with a GDP of 18,501 billion, is leveraging its higher education resources, with leading universities contributing to a high innovation conversion rate [5][7] - The city has nurtured 50 unicorn companies, which account for 15% of its GDP, and has seen a significant increase in patent applications [7] - Nanjing's carbon neutrality strategy has improved GDP efficiency by 20%, with smart grid investments reaching 50 billion [7]
全球GDP50强城市出现洗牌:深圳跻身前10,成都26,南京接近旧金山
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-11-09 14:09