Core Insights - The population dynamics in China are shifting, with a notable trend of university graduates returning to their hometowns instead of migrating to major cities for employment [1][3][4] - In 2024, eight provinces experienced positive population growth, a decrease from eleven in 2023, while twenty provinces saw a total population decline of 3.04 million [1][5] - The attractiveness of provincial capitals is increasing, with 23 out of 25 reporting population growth in 2024 [11][12] Group 1: Population Trends - In 2024, over 80,000 net population inflow is expected in Chongqing, despite a slight overall population decline [1][9] - From 2020 to 2024, Zhejiang and Guangdong led in population growth, with increases of over 2 million and 1.56 million respectively [4][5] - The number of provinces with positive population growth has decreased from 15 in 2021 to only 8 in 2024 [5][6] Group 2: Employment Preferences - Many university graduates prefer to work in their hometowns due to perceived advantages over larger cities [3][4] - The report indicates that the talent attraction in the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta regions remains strong, with significant numbers of graduates choosing these areas [4][5] - The employment landscape is changing, with a growing number of graduates considering second and third-tier cities due to lower living costs and better quality of life [17][18] Group 3: Migrant Worker Dynamics - The total number of migrant workers in China reached approximately 29.97 million in 2024, with a 0.7% increase from the previous year [7][8] - A significant shift is observed in the movement of migrant workers, with a higher proportion opting for intra-provincial migration rather than inter-provincial [8][9] - Policies aimed at improving local employment opportunities are encouraging migrant workers to return to their hometowns [9][10] Group 4: Urban Preferences - Provincial capitals are becoming more appealing due to better infrastructure and job opportunities compared to first-tier cities [11][12] - In 2024, major cities like Beijing and Shanghai experienced population declines, while Guangzhou and Shenzhen saw increases [14][18] - The trend indicates a more balanced distribution of talent across cities, with many graduates considering the trade-offs between high salaries in major cities and the cost of living [17][18]

Group 1 - The core point of the article highlights the high demand for affordable housing in Jinan, with over 2,700 families applying for the first batch of 433 units available for sale, indicating a competitive environment where approximately one in six applicants will secure a home [1][30][31] - The two projects, Fengming Xinzhu and Qinghe Xinzhu, have attracted significant interest, with Fengming Xinzhu receiving 209 families in the first five days and 143 on a single day, while Qinghe Xinzhu attracted over 140 families on its opening day [2][31] - The projects cater to various demographics, including young couples and families looking to improve their living conditions, with Fengming Xinzhu being particularly popular for its larger units [2][32] Group 2 - The introduction of affordable housing is seen as a crucial measure to retain over 150,000 young talents expected to move to Jinan in 2024, providing them with suitable living conditions [3][30] - The Fengming Xinzhu project features a 126-square-meter unit that appeals to young couples, while Qinghe Xinzhu focuses on smaller units, catering to different family needs [2][31] - A third project, Qicai Xinzhu, is set to launch in September with 1,900 units, further expanding options for families in the waiting list [6][30]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article emphasizes that traditional economic indicators like GDP, housing prices, and tax revenue are no longer the key metrics for evaluating cities. Instead, factors such as consumer spending power, brand preference, commercial infrastructure maturity, hub city status, and talent attraction are more significant [2][3][12] - The 2025 New First-Tier City Charm Rankings published by Yicai evaluates 337 cities based on five categories: commercial resource aggregation, city hub status, urban activity, new economic competitiveness, and future potential [3][12] - The top 15 new first-tier cities include Chengdu, Hangzhou, Chongqing, Wuhan, Suzhou, Xi'an, Nanjing, Changsha, Zhengzhou, Tianjin, Hefei, Qingdao, Dongguan, Ningbo, and Foshan, with notable movements in rankings [3][12][30] Group 2 - The article discusses the significance of various indicators used in the rankings, such as commercial resource aggregation, which reflects a city's commercial vibrancy, and city hub status, which measures a city's connectivity and collaborative potential [8][9][10][11] - Chengdu has shown remarkable performance in urban activity, ranking just behind Shanghai and Beijing, with a notable night economy where nighttime consumption accounts for 54.6% of total spending [26][29] - Hefei has achieved a significant rise in rankings due to its rapid GDP growth and strong performance in new economic competitiveness, with a GDP of 13,507.7 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 6.1% year-on-year increase [40][46] Group 3 - Foshan has made a comeback in the rankings, attributed to its advancements in smart manufacturing and tourism, with a tourism revenue growth of 21.4% in 2024 [30][37] - Wuxi has dropped out of the new first-tier city rankings, facing challenges in commercial resource aggregation and urban activity, which are critical for its competitiveness [30][39] - The article highlights the upward trends of cities like Wuhan and Zhengzhou, with Wuhan reclaiming its position as the fourth new first-tier city and Zhengzhou achieving a record high in air cargo volume [53][56]

近日，智联招聘旗下专业研究机构智联研究院联合"泽平宏观"正式发布《中国城市人才吸引力排 名：2025》报告。江苏3座城市进入榜单前十，南京、苏州、无锡分列第七、第八、第十位。 报告显示，南京人才持续净流入，且占比持续保持稳定，2020—2024年人才净流入占比在0.7%— 1%。具体来看，人才流入南京主要因为其高端产业发展迅速、落户政策宽松等。近年来南京培育壮 大"2+6+6"创新型产业集群，打造"4+N"产业基金集群。另外，2018年南京实施"宁聚计划"，后续推 出"人才强市25条""重点产业人才7策"等，并全面升级人才政策体系，畅通人才"引育留用"全链条。目 前，南京拥有"双一流"建设高校数量全国第三，在校大学生超100万人，每万人拥有大学生数位居直辖 市和副省级城市第一。高新技术企业超1万家，科技型中小企业超2万家。"2024自然指数—科研城 市"排名，南京位居全球第五；"2024全球创新指数"排名位居世界科技集群第九。 报告显示，得益于雄厚的经济基础和较高的战略定位，东部人才持续集聚，中部、西部、东北持续 净流出；六成人才流向五大城市群，其中长三角、珠三角人才持续集聚；应届生和硕士及以上人才依旧 更倾 ...

Core Insights - The report "China's Urban Talent Attraction Ranking: 2025" by Zhilian Recruitment and Zeping Macro highlights the top 100 cities for talent attraction in 2024, with Nanjing, Zhenjiang, Yangzhou, and Wuhu showing significant performance [1][2] Talent Flow Trends - From 2020 to 2024, the talent net inflow ratio in the Yangtze River Delta increased from 6.4% to 7.8%, indicating a strong attraction of talent to this region compared to others [1] - Nanjing ranks 7th in the talent attraction list, maintaining a stable net inflow ratio of 0.7% to 1% during 2020-2024, driven by rapid development in high-tech industries and effective talent policies [1] City-Specific Developments - Zhenjiang improved its ranking to 37th, up 5 places from the previous year, due to the "Talent Town Prosperity" initiative launched in 2021, focusing on dual efforts in talent supply and enterprise demand [2] - Yangzhou, ranked 40th, has implemented policies aimed at becoming a youth development city, including the "Talent New Policy 15 Articles" and various recruitment events [2] - Wuhu, ranked 47th, has seen significant results from its "Ziyunying Talent Plan," providing subsidies to 269,000 individuals and attracting 10,040 university graduates in 2024, up from 33,000 in 2021 [2] Economic Impact - The proactive measures taken by these cities not only enhance their own development but also contribute to regional economic prosperity, suggesting a favorable position in the talent competition [3]

Core Insights - The report indicates that the top three cities in China for talent attraction in 2024 are Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, with Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Nanjing, Suzhou, Wuhan, and Wuxi also making the top ten [1] - Shenzhen has experienced a net inflow of talent, with a population increase of 200,000 year-on-year in 2024, ranking among the highest in the country [1] - The talent inflow ratio for Shenzhen has remained stable over the past five years, averaging around 1.2% [1] Talent Attraction Index - The talent attraction index is primarily driven by the net inflow of talent, with eastern China continuing to attract talent due to strong economic foundations and strategic positioning [1] - The report highlights that 60% of talent flows into five major city clusters, with the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta being key areas for talent concentration [1] Shenzhen's Talent Dynamics - In 2024, Shenzhen is projected to have over 25,000 national high-tech enterprises, with a density of 12 per square kilometer, the highest in the country [1] - The top ten cities contributing talent to Shenzhen account for 38.6% of the inflow, a slight decrease from 39% in 2023, indicating a decline in the concentration of talent sources [2]

Core Insights - The report indicates that the talent attraction index is primarily driven by net talent inflow, with major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen leading in talent attraction for 2024 [1][3][5] Group 1: Talent Distribution and Demographics - 55% of the flowing talent in China is concentrated in the IT internet, real estate, and manufacturing sectors [1] - Among the mobile talent seeking jobs across cities in 2024, 67% are aged between 18-30, with 61% being male [1] - Over 54% of the flowing talent holds a bachelor's degree or higher, surpassing the overall job-seeking population's 47% [1] Group 2: City Rankings and Talent Attraction - The top three cities in the 2024 talent attraction index are Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen, followed by Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Nanjing, Suzhou, Wuhan, and Wuxi in the top ten [2][3] - Guangdong province has four cities in the top 20, with Foshan at 17th and Dongguan at 18th [2] Group 3: Talent Flow Trends - The report highlights that 60% of talent flows towards five major city clusters, with the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta continuing to attract talent [3] - The talent net inflow percentages for Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou in 2024 are 0.4%, 1.3%, 1.2%, and 0.8% respectively, showing a slight decline for Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou compared to the previous year, while Shenzhen remains stable [3] Group 4: Shenzhen's Talent Dynamics - Shenzhen's resident population increased by 200,000 in 2024, maintaining a net inflow of talent, with net inflow percentages from 2020 to 2024 being 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.1%, 1.2%, and 1.2% respectively [5] - The city has over 25,000 national high-tech enterprises in 2024, with a density of 12 per square kilometer, the highest in the country [5] - Talent sources for Shenzhen are becoming more diversified, with the top ten cities contributing to talent inflow accounting for 38.6%, down from 39% in 2023 [5]

横向比较看，2024年前十城市依次为北京、上海、深圳、广州、杭州、成都、南京、苏州、武汉、无 锡。作为政治、经济、文化中心的北京连续多年牢牢占据榜首，除北京外，济南在一众北方城市中独占 鳌头，"北方人才看济南"正成为现实。 5月9日，智联招聘联合泽平宏观推出《中国城市人才吸引力排名：2025》报告，公布了2024年最具人才 吸引力城市100强榜单，济南位列全国第11位。山东省共有10个城市上榜，济南在全省排名首位。 《报告》中定义人才吸引力指数为人才流入占比、人才净流入占比、应届生人才流入占比、硕士及以上 人才流入占比、人均可支配收入、人口净流入。纵向比较看，济南市在2022年排名第13位、2023年排名 第12位、2024年排名第11位，连续多年稳步攀升，客观反映出济南城市人才吸引力的不断提升。 近年来，济南市大力实施人才强省会战略，深入践行"天下泉城聚天下英才"理念，全力构筑"天下泉 城、人来无忧"全生命周期人才服务体系，持续打造"我在济南刚刚好"城市人才IP，建立完善"一节一 赛、一会一礼、一校一行+海右人才传播矩阵""6+1"人才招引体系，城市人才吸引力不断增强，济南正 在成为"近悦远来之城、人人向往 ...