India’s Industrial, Warehousing and Alternative Real Estate Assets Set for Next Growth Cycle in 2026

India’s real estate market is entering its next growth cycle as industrial & warehousing demand remains robust, alternative assets gain scale, and institutional investments deepen, positioning 2026 as a year of expansion and structural maturity.

Foreign Investors Dominate Institutional Investments in 2024, Co-Investments See a 61-Fold Surge

Institutional real estate investments in India surged to USD 6.8 billion in 2024, driven by foreign investors and a boom in co-investments. Residential and industrial sectors saw unprecedented growth, while commercial real estate faced challenges. Vestian predicts evolving opportunities despite global economic uncertainty.

India’s Logistics & Industrial Sector Set for Record Growth in 2024

India’s Logistics & Industrial sector is set to achieve over 50 MSF of leasing activity in 2024, marking the third consecutive year of record growth. Key drivers include e-commerce, retail, and manufacturing expansion, while rising land costs in prime markets are prompting the development of alternate logistics corridors. With 25 MSF of Grade-A warehousing supply expected over the next 2-3 years, the sector is positioned for sustained momentum into 2025, according to Cushman & Wakefield.