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Singapore retains title as world's most expensive city for luxury spending

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Singapore has once again been recognized as the world's most expensive city for luxury spending, holding the top position for the fourth consecutive year. This ranking is primarily attributed to elevated prices for residential property and cars, coupled with the strength of the Singapore dollar. The report, compiled by Julius Baer Group, also highlighted Zurich, Monaco, Hong Kong, and London within its top five, noting the Swiss franc's appreciation as a factor for Zurich's rise. AI

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Singapore retains title as world's most expensive city for luxury spending

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Bloomberg ·

    Singapore named world’s most expensive city for luxury spending for fourth year in a row

    Singapore is the world’s most expensive city for luxury spending for a fourth consecutive year, as prices on items such as watches and jewellery surge around the globe. Zurich climbed to second place, edging out London, while Monaco entered the top three for the first time since …

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