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Why invest in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh City Region is a world influencer in science, business, education and the arts and is Scotland's judicial and administrative centre. Edinburgh was voted Europe's Top Small City for foreign direct investment in the 2008 Financial Times fDi magazine awards. The city region offers investors a highly educated and skilled workforce; access to UK, European and English-speaking markets; a stable political and supportive fiscal environment; a competitive economy with potential for growth and an unbeatable quality of life.

Global financial centre

Edinburgh City Region is the UK's second largest financial centre after London and Europe's fourth by equity assets.

Innovation capital

The Inspiring Capital punches above is weight in terms of innovation, with recognised strengths in knowledge-intensive jobs including research and development.

The capital city and in good company

As Scotland's capital and second largest city, Edinburgh is a magnet for employers and influencers.

Creative, competitive, connected

Edinburgh enjoys the UK's strongest city economy and transport mix outside London, alongside excellent communications networks, property investment, a rich creative environment and excellent quality of life.

Skilled, talented workforce

Edinburgh City Region's workforce is one of the most highly qualified in the UK with 44.2% of the population holding a degree level or professional qualification.