Luxury Housing Leads India’s Property Boom: Prices Jump 40% in Top 7 Cities Since 2022; Affordable Segment Lags at 26%

Luxury homes priced above ₹1.5 crore have surged 40% across India’s top 7 cities since 2022, with NCR leading at 72% price growth. Affordable housing lags at just 26% as demand shifts toward premium and luxury segments.

🏙️ DLF Posts ₹1,171 Crore Profit in Q2FY26; Strong Sales and Healthy Cash Flows Highlight Resilient Growth

DLF reported ₹1,171 crore profit in Q2FY26 and strong new sales of ₹4,332 crore driven by its Mumbai launch. With ₹7,717 crore in net cash and CRISIL’s AA+/Stable rating, DLF continues to lead India’s premium housing market.

Vikas Oberoi Reveals Oberoi Realty’s Profit Playbook

Oberoi Realty deliberately slows sales mid-project to avoid cheap deals and RERA-locked cash, banking on 20% price jumps as possession nears, Vikas Oberoi revealed in the Q2 FY26 earnings call.

🏢 Realty Stocks Open Strong as Market Eyes Policy Cues, Luxury Demand Remains Robust

The realty sector began the week on a positive note, with the Nifty Realty Index trading higher in morning trade. Major developers like DLF, Oberoi Realty, and Prestige Estates led the rally, supported by strong luxury housing demand and expectations of supportive policy signals. Investors are also eyeing upcoming IPO activity and institutional capital inflows that could boost sector momentum further.

Mumbai Property Market Shows Strong Momentum in July 2025, Luxury Segment Gains Traction

Mumbai recorded 12,579 property registrations in July 2025, with compact homes dominating and luxury housing gaining share. The Western suburbs led activity, supported by infrastructure growth and end-user demand.