Tamil Nadu is the home base for several of India's largest conglomerates and specialized manufacturers.
* **Murugappa Group:** A massive conglomerate spanning engineering, finance, and agriculture. * **TVS Motor Company:** One of India's largest multinational motorcycle manufacturers. * **Zoho Corporation:** A major global software and cloud-computing company headquartered in Chennai. * **Ashok Leyland:** A premier commercial vehicle and heavy machinery manufacturer. * **MRF (Madras Rubber Factory):** India's largest manufacturer of tires. * **Titan Company:** A premier lifestyle, jewelry, and watch manufacturing company (operating as a joint venture with the Tamil Nadu state government).