

Of course, many factors are informed by other sub-inputs. The category of innovation reviews activity resources and patents as factors, and the category of investment inspects population growth, wealth, property activity and commercial real estate score. Under the category of inspiration, factors such as engagement, culture, parks and cafes, arts sector strength and liveability are explored. The factors of manoeuvrability, diversity, participation and magnet and purchasing power are investigated in the category of inclusion. Under the category of interconnection, connectivity, commuting, local connectivity, transport infrastructure improvements and magnet and pollution are examined. Factors such as current infrastructure, future population, governance and infrastructure spending are addressed in the category of infrastructure. The final index looks at 60 factors across six different categories. It gathers data concerning 250 factors for 130 European cities, including capitals and cities with a minimum metropolitan area of 250.000 inhabitants and a positive growth forecast. This year marks the second edition of the Dynamic Cities Index, which investigates “future readiness”.

The Dutch city scored 77 out of an overall score of 100. Amsterdam has managed to secure its 4th place in the Savills IM Dynamic Cities Index for yet another year.
