Some cities around the world are known for being very expensive, not just because of high rent or food prices, but because people there often spend a lot of money on luxury items. These include things like designer clothes, fancy watches, expensive cars adn fine dining. In this article, we will explore the top-10 costliest cities based on how people spend on expensive goods.
Luxury goods include expensive products and services that only wealthy people usually buy. These can be:
They are known for:
People who buy these goods often want the best and are willing to pay a lot for it.
According to a recent report by Swiss wealth management firm Julius Baer Group, Singapore is the costliest city in the world for spending on luxury goods and services. It has passed other famous cities like Hong Kong and London.
All these reasons make Singapore very attractive for rich individuals who like to spend on luxury.
Some cities in the world are known for their high prices, especially when it comes to luxury goods like designer clothes, watches and fine dining. These top-10 cities are the costliest places for spending on expensive items.
Here are the names of top-10 costliest cities in the world based on expensive goods:
Hong Kong takes the second spot. It is especially expensive for:
The demand for luxury services is very high in this city, but the supply is limited, which makes it even more costly.
London comes in third place. It is still a top city for luxury business, known for:
London remains a favorite for wealthy people from around the world.
Luxury spending shows where rich people like to live, travel and invest. It also helps us understand which cities are most attractive to the wealthy. These cities usually have:
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