Hong Kong, Singapore and Zurich are the costliest cities in the world, Mumbai tops in India: Mercer report

Hong Kong, Singapore and Zurich are the costliest cities in the world, Mumbai tops in India: Mercer report

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Category : Miscellaneous Published on: July 09 2024

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  • Hong Kong tops Mercer's 2024 Cost of Living City rankings as the most expensive global city for expatriates, driven by high costs of living including accommodation and transport.
  • Zurich and Geneva in Switzerland rank third and fourth respectively, highlighting the region's expensive living standards, particularly in accommodation and daily expenses.
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