Luxembourg ranked #2 globally for talent competitiveness

In today’s competitive global economy, access to qualified professionals is a key driver of sustainable growth. The 2025 IMD World Talent Ranking evaluates countries across three core dimensions:

• Investment in and development of domestic talent
• Ability to attract talent from home and abroad
• Skills and competencies of the existing workforce

Luxembourg’s consistent performance places it 2nd globally, maintaining its position from 2023 and improving on its 2024 ranking (3rd). Only Switzerland ranks higher, with Iceland, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands rounding out the top five.

Investing in local talent

Luxembourg ranks 2^nd globally for its commitment to nurturing national talent. The country stands out for its exceptional investments in education, ranking:

• 1^st worldwide for public expenditure on education per student
• 2^nd for pupil-teacher ratio in primary education
• 11^th for pupil-teacher ratio in secondary education.

A magnet for talent

Luxembourg also excels in attracting international professionals, ranking 4th globally for its ability to draw highly skilled foreign talent. The country has consistently remained in the top five since 2015, underscoring its long-standing appeal to global businesses and professionals alike.

Addressing talent availability

While Luxembourg performs strongly overall, the availability of talent remains a challenge, with the country ranking 25^th in this category. However, it scores highly for:

• Language skills (6^th globally)
• International experience (7^th globally)

These strengths help offset lower scores in areas such as the immediate availability of skilled labour and senior management.

Why this matters for international companies

For businesses considering expansion into Europe, Luxembourg offers a compelling proposition: a highly educated workforce, strong international appeal and a government committed to talent development. Its strategic location, multilingual population and business-friendly environment make it an ideal base for companies seeking to grow in a stable and innovative ecosystem.