Hyderabad

German luxury carmaker Audi has expanded its footprint in southern India with the inauguration of its second showroom in Hyderabad. The new facility reflects the company’s strategy to deepen engagement in high-growth urban markets where demand for premium vehicles continues to accelerate. Telangana’s capital has emerged as a significant consumption hub, driven by rising disposable incomes, a flourishing technology ecosystem, and an expanding base of high-net-worth individuals.

French beauty major L’Oréal has announced an investment of Rs. 3,500 crore to establish a Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad, reinforcing India’s growing importance in the company’s global operations. The new facility is expected to support technology, research, digital innovation and business services, serving markets worldwide. The move highlights Hyderabad’s emergence as a preferred destination for high-value global centers, driven by skilled talent, digital infrastructure and policy support.

Godrej Properties has reported property sales worth Rs. 2,600 crore in Hyderabad, underlining the city’s growing importance in the company’s national expansion strategy. The strong performance reflects sustained demand for residential real estate, driven by steady job creation, infrastructure development, and improving buyer sentiment. Hyderabad continues to attract both end-users and investors, benefiting from its reputation as a stable, technology-led market.

A recent industry report reveals that Bengaluru and Hyderabad have become the epicentres of leadership activity within India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs). Together, the two cities account for nearly 70 per cent of the country’s leadership roles in the sector. Hyderabad leads in the growth of senior-level hiring with a 42 per cent year-on-year surge, while Bengaluru remains the top choice for global firms seeking experienced technology and operations leaders.