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“Think of everything in Seattle - Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks. Then you go down to Silicon Valley - Intel, Apple, Google, Facebook, Twitter. What does New York produce?” quote by Nicolas Berggruen
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“Think of everything in Seattle - Microsoft, Amazon, Starbucks. Then you go down to Silicon Valley - Intel, Apple, Google, Facebook, Twitter. What does New York produce?”

Nicolas Berggruen

About This Quote

Source Speech: World Economic Forum, 2016

He contrasts regional economic outputs, highlighting Seattle’s tech giants and questioning New York’s contributions.

In simple terms: He compares what different cities produce.

Key Takeaway

Recognize each region’s unique strengths.

Themes

economics regional development global competition

Mood

analytical curious

Type

informative thought‑provoking

When to use this quote

  • policy planning
  • investment decisions
  • career choices
  • urban development

Key Concepts

innovation ecosystems industrial clusters creative economies

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unique assets does New York offer?
  • How can regions learn from each other?
A Different Perspective

Oversimplifies complex economies.

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