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Grade-A Shortage Is Pushing Rents Up — Why Mumbai, Delhi & Gurugram Are Squeezing Businesses

Grade-A Shortage Is Pushing Rents Up — Why Mumbai, Delhi & Gurugram Are Squeezing Businesses

New IIMB–CRE Matrix data shows Grade-A office rents rising across India. The story isn’t a cyclical bounce — it’s structural scarcity of premium stock meeting renewed in-office demand. Here’s what tenants, startups and investors should do next.
Green buildings

65% Growth in Grade A Green Office Stock Across Top 7 Cities Since 2019

India’s top 7 cities have seen a 65% surge in green-certified Grade A office stock since 2019. With 74% of office leasing in H1 2025 occurring in green buildings and rents commanding up to 24% premium, the market is decisively tilting toward sustainable workspaces.
Indian retail

India Retail Leasing Sees 2.24 MSF Activity in Q2 2025; Malls Gain Traction as Vacancies Tighten

India’s retail sector leased 2.24 MSF in Q2 2025 with malls regaining ground and vacancy tightening due to limited new supply. Mumbai saw 1.6X YoY growth, while Hyderabad led the leasing charts. A fresh wave of mall completions is expected by year-end.
India’s flex workspace stock across the top seven cities is expected to cross 100 million sq ft by 2027, with penetration rising to 10.5%, driven by strong enterprise demand, GCC expansion, and rapid growth in Bengaluru, Pune, and Chennai.

Mumbai Emerges as India’s BFSI GCC Powerhouse Amid Record Leasing Surge

Mumbai has emerged as India’s top hub for BFSI Global Capability Centers (GCCs), capitalizing on its financial legacy and robust office infrastructure. According to JLL, the city leads GCC leasing in the banking and finance segment, with core corridors like BKC, Powai, and Airoli driving demand from global financial firms and fintech innovators.
Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad Emerges as India’s Rising Business Hub with Robust Office Demand and 25.5% Rent Upside

Ahmedabad’s office market has entered a landlord-favorable phase, with a 25.5% premium in market rent over passing rent. A new report by CREDAI and a real estate research firm shows BFSI and tech firms are driving demand, while GIFT City is emerging as the growth engine of Gujarat’s commercial real estate.