In an economic context often viewed as tense, Lyon is clearly making its mark. According to the Arthur Loyd 2026 Barometer and a survey conducted by SumUp among 500 small and medium-sized enterprise leaders, the Lyon metropolitan area stands out as one of the most pleasant places to work and start a business. Here, attractiveness goes beyond the numbers; it’s a daily reality within companies.
Lyon Ranks High Among Cities That Are Great for Working
The capital of Gaul proudly claims a wonderful second place, just behind Toulouse and ahead of Bordeaux. Even better, it shows the strongest growth among major French metropolitan areas. This achievement confirms its status as an economic driving force, supported by strong sectors like finance, tech, industry, and innovation.
In Lyon, recruiting and retaining talent remains generally easier than elsewhere. More than 62% of business leaders...report that they encounter no difficulties in building and stabilizing their teams. This fluidity can be explained by a dense job market, a well-regarded network of schools, and a quality of life that continues to attract executives, recent graduates, and experienced professionals.
An attractiveness based on a powerful ecosystem
The success of Lyon is no accident. Between its competitiveness clusters, incubators, major corporations, startups, and training institutions, Lyon relies on a highly comprehensive ecosystem. As a result: professional opportunities are abundant, pathways between sectors are multiplying, and careers are built more easily.
With its dynamism and resilience, Lyon stands out as a true testing ground for the future of work. Economic attractiveness, quality of life, professional mobility, sector diversity: all the ingredients are in place.Now focus on transforming the trial by placing more emphasis on training and the development of talent.