Bengaluru's economy is one of the most dynamic in Asia, serving as a critical engine for India's national growth. While historical estimates place its GDP at over $110 billion, it is widely considered on track to become a trillion-dollar metropolitan economy in the coming decades. The city alone accounts for nearly 40% of India's total IT exports.
The city is the undisputed startup capital of India, having birthed several "unicorns" (companies valued at over $1 billion) such as Flipkart, Swiggy, Zerodha, and Ola. Beyond software services (represented by giants like Infosys, Wipro, TCS, and multinational captives like Google, Microsoft, and Intel), Bengaluru has a strong foundation in heavy manufacturing, aerospace, and defense.
The cost of living is rising, largely driven by housing demands from affluent tech workers, making it one of India's more expensive cities, though it remains highly competitive on a global scale. This economic boom has led to high median incomes in the organized corporate sector, though it also strains civic infrastructure.
