HDFC Bank Tops India’s Brand Value Rankings for 2025

HDFC Bank has been named India’s most valuable brand in the latest Kantar BrandZ rankings, reflecting the growing influence of financial and technology-led enterprises in shaping the country’s economic landscape. The study highlights how leading Indian brands are leveraging innovation to strengthen global competitiveness.

Financial Giants Lead the Rankings

HDFC Bank secured the top position with an estimated brand value of nearly $45 billion. Tata Consultancy Services followed closely at $44.2 billion, while Airtel, Infosys and ICICI Bank occupied the next three positions. The results underline the strong performance of India’s banking and technology sectors, both of which continue to expand their domestic and global reach.

BrandZ India Top 100 Crosses $523 Billion

The combined value of the Top 100 Most Valuable Indian Brands touched $523.5 billion, equivalent to nearly 13 per cent of India’s GDP. This year’s list expanded to 100 brands, reflecting broader sectoral participation and continued investment in branding. Thirty-four brands recorded growth, contributing to a 6 per cent year-on-year rise in total brand value.

Fastest-Rising Brands and New Entrants

Zomato emerged as the fastest-growing brand for the second consecutive year, climbing to rank 21 with its valuation rising to $6 billion. New entrants in the rankings included UltraTech Cement, Hyundai, Westside and Zudio. Travel brands posted strong gains, with Taj, IndiGo and MakeMyTrip showing substantial value increases driven by rising consumer demand and service expansions.

Exam Oriented Facts

• HDFC Bank is India’s most valuable brand in 2025 at about $45 billion.
• The BrandZ Top 100 Indian Brands are valued at $523.5 billion.
• Zomato is the fastest-rising brand for the second year in a row.
• Travel brands such as Taj and IndiGo recorded over 40% value growth.

Drivers of Brand Growth in India

Experts note that despite slower overall growth, India’s top-performing brands achieved over seven times the average increase due to deep consumer insight and consistent innovation. As businesses expand globally and invest in technology, brand strength is emerging as a critical differentiator in India’s evolving market ecosystem.