Businesses

As Australia's largest state economy, NSW is a major global business hub, accounting for a significant portion of the national GDP. * **Major Business Districts:** The Sydney Central Business District (CBD) is the primary financial hub, housing the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Parramatta serves as Sydney's rapidly expanding "second CBD," while North Sydney and Macquarie Park are key corporate and technology centers. * **Regional Hubs:** Newcastle is a major port and industrial hub, and Wollongong has strong manufacturing, education, and technology sectors. * **Key Industries:** Financial and professional services, information technology, tourism, education, healthcare, and agriculture (especially in the Riverina and Central West). * **Shopping Centers:** Westfield operates numerous large-scale centers (e.g., Bondi Junction, Parramatta). The historic Queen Victoria Building (QVB) and Pitt Street Mall are iconic retail destinations in Sydney.