Melbourne is an economic powerhouse and serves as the headquarters for many of Australia's largest companies.
* **BHP:** One of the world's largest mining and resources companies, globally headquartered in Melbourne. * **CSL Limited:** A global specialty biotechnology company and one of Australia's largest public companies. * **Telstra:** Australia's largest telecommunications provider. * **Banking:** Two of Australia's "Big Four" banks, **ANZ** and **National Australia Bank (NAB)**, are headquartered here. * **Tech & Digital:** Melbourne is the birthplace of "Buy Now, Pay Later" giant **Afterpay**, and houses the headquarters for **REA Group** (realestate.com.au) and **Seek**. * **Retail:** **Coles Group** and **Myer** operate their national operations from the city.