Indian Real Estate: Riding Higher in 2025

The Indian real estate market is on track for a robust 2024, driven by key regulatory reforms, increased transparency, and a favorable economic environment. From a strong demand for Grade A office spaces across major cities to continued growth in residential and industrial sectors, all asset classes are poised for impressive performance. Institutional investments are expected to remain healthy, with a particular focus on Tier-II/III cities, offering opportunities for higher returns due to urbanization and infrastructure development.

Huge Upside Potential for REITs in India, INR 4.5 Lakh Cr Worth of Prime Office Stock Identified as REIT-Worthy

A new report from Vestian reveals that ₹4.5 lakh crore worth of Grade-A office space in India is REIT-worthy, offering substantial growth potential for the sector. Despite being in its early stages, India’s REIT market is growing rapidly, driven by high demand for office space, sustainability, and a favorable regulatory environment. The report also highlights key cities, including Bengaluru and Hyderabad, leading in REIT-worthy stock.

Office Market Rental Growth Surges Past Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024

The Indian office market has reached a significant milestone in 2024, as average rents across major cities exceed pre-pandemic levels for the first time since 2019. Driven by a robust recovery in demand, certain core micro markets have seen rental increases of up to 25%. This article explores the city-wise trends, cumulative demand and supply metrics, and the outlook for future growth in commercial real estate.

Office Demand Surges with 47 Million Square Feet Leased in First Nine Months of 2024

In Q3 2024, India’s office space demand soared to 17.3 million sq ft, marking a 31% increase year-on-year, bringing total leasing in the first nine months to 47 million sq ft. Bengaluru and Hyderabad drove this growth, with technology and BFSI sectors leading the charge. New supply also surged, reflecting strong developer confidence in the market.

GCCs to Drive 40% of Demand for Grade A Office Space in India

Colliers report projects that Global Capability Centers (GCCs) will drive almost 40% of the demand for Grade A office space in India in the coming years. The report highlights the increasing role of GCCs, engineering, and BFSI sectors in the office space market, with major cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune showing significant growth. ESG considerations are also shaping demand, with a substantial portion of office space expected to be green-certified.