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The COVID-19 pandemic will increase the importance of global cities and skyscrapers. Financial firms need in-person interaction, concentrating business in major urban financial districts.

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    • The pandemic will enhance the centrality and value of leading global cities.
    • Skyscraper demand in these elite cities is predicted to increase.
    • Firms will prioritize in-person collaboration in central financial districts.
    • Skyscrapers outside these core areas may face viability challenges.

    Conclusions:

    • Leading global cities will become more essential due to concentrated business needs.
    • The future of commercial and luxury skyscrapers in these cities is secure.
    • Decentralization of work may impact the viability of skyscrapers in less connected urban centers.