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India is the "only single-country market that offers a potential scale comparable to that of China" that makes it an attractive destination for global investors looking to diversify their operations

These are the 10 most expensive cities in the world: Take a look

Tel Aviv, the capital of Israel, is ranked the world’s most expensive city to live in, according to a biannual report by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). The 2021 Worldwide Cost of Living index surveyed 173 cities, comparing more than 400 prices in US dollars across 200 goods and services. Upasana Dutt, head of worldwide cost of living index at the EIU, says the social restrictions due to the COVID outbreak have disrupted the supply of goods, leading to shortages and higher prices. This year’s data was collected in August and September as prices for freight and commodities rose, and shows that on average, prices rose 3.5 percent in local currency terms – the fastest inflation rate recorded over the past five years.

How Delhi and Mumbai fared on the list of 50 safest cities in the world

New Delhi and Mumbai were the only Indian cities to make it to the top 60, and even they fared below-average on all indicators of the Economist Intelligence Unit 2021 Safe Cities Index.

Copenhagen named world's safest city; two Indian cities make it to Top 50 list

Denmark's capital Copenhagen has been named the world’s safest city as per a recent study by the Economist Intelligence Unit. The study took into account 60 cities across 76 indicators, covering digital, health, infrastructure, personal, and environmental security scored out of 100. With 56.1 points and 54.4 points, respectively, Indian capital New Delhi and Mumbai managed to grab their place in the Top 50 list. Here are the world’s top 10 safest cities.

India among top nations with most conducive environment for financial inclusion: Global Microscope report

According to The Economist Intelligence Unit's 2019 Global Microscope on Financial Inclusion report, the overall environment for financial inclusion has improved globally with India, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay and Mexico having the most favourable conditions for inclusive finance.

In pics | Top 10 Asia Pacific cities where business meets pleasure

Check out the top 10 Asian cities that strike a perfect balance between work and recreation.

These are the most livable cities in the world

According to the Economist Intelligence Unit's (EIU) Global Liveability Ranking, which scores 140 cities on five lifestyle categories, six of the top 10 livable cities in the world are in Australia and Canada.

Experts analyse impact of potential Brexit on global economies

Watch the interview of Mike Jakeman Global Analyst Economist Intelligence Unit with Areeb Sherwani on CNBC-TV18, in which he shared his views on Brexit and its impact on global economy.

India to be among top 3 economies globally by 2030: Report

Meanwhile, other emerging markets, such as Indonesia and Mexico, would rank among the top ten economies at market exchanges rates by 2050, overtaking economies such as Italy and Russia.

Next largest retail market: Take a wild guess

Businesses worldwide have taken notice. Foreign direct investment into China hit USD 128 billion in 2014, overtaking the US for the first time in nearly a decade, the United Nations Conference of Trade and Development said last month.

High-Growth Firms Make Better Strategic Use of Data: Survey

The research also finds CFOs are cautious about the strategic power of data, but see themselves leading data initiatives.

IT And Biz Don't See Eye-to-Eye In Mobile Innovation

New study from Symantec and Economist Intelligence Unit highlights importance of mobile development to competitiveness.

Role Of IT Will Shift From Tools Of Efficiency To Engines Of Growth: Survey

Global survey reveals highest-performing companies more likely to collaborate with IT to develop new products and identify new market opportunities.

Using IT More Effectively Among Top Three Priorities

Forty-six percent respondents of Economist Intelligence Unit survey cited using technology more effectively as a business priority.

Mumbai world's 2nd least expensive city, Delhi 4th

A high rate of inflation may be pinching hard on day-to-day life of people in the country, but a global survey has named two Indian cities - the financial hub Mumbai and the national capital New Delhi - among the four least expensive places across the world.

India Climbs 10 Spots On Global IT Industry Index

India ranks 34th owing to its strong human capital and R&D base, a study said.

Libya chaos could add inflationary pressure in Asia: Expert

Edward Bell, Deputy Editor - Middle East & North Africa, Economist Intelligence Unit and Vis Shankar CEO of Europe, Middle East, Africa and Americas at SCB gave their observations on the economic and business impact the Libyan crisis was causing in the region.