As per ANAROCK Capital’s latest FLUX report, total PE investments stood at USD 2.2 billion in H1 FY26, compared to USD 2.5 billion in the same period last year. This decline is mainly due to fewer large transactions, even though average deal sizes are stable.

PE Funding Trend: From USD 6.4 Bn to 3.7 Bn in 4 Years

“The strong start in Q1 FY26 gave hope, but activity tapered again in Q2,” says Shobhit Agarwal, CEO, ANAROCK Capital.

MMR & Kolkata Take Centre Stage as Multi-City Deals Shrink

Interestingly, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) saw its share in total PE inflows jump from 12% to 33%, while Kolkata went from 0% to 17%. This suggests investors are increasingly backing city-specific projects over pan-India portfolios.

For homebuyers, this indicates more focused investments in select markets like MMR, Kolkata, and Chennai — potentially driving more project launches, better infrastructure, and price action in these cities in the coming years.

Where the Money Is Going: Retail, Offices & Data Centres Rise

The asset class mix has shifted notably. While Industrial & Logistics saw no deals this half-year, segments like Retail, Mixed-use, Commercial Offices, Hotels, and Data Centres saw healthy activity.

Why this matters for homebuyers:

• Increased investment in retail and mixed-use means better amenities and integrated townships, especially in upcoming urban areas.
• Commercial office investments create employment hubs, which often lead to new residential demand in nearby micromarkets.
• Data centre growth hints at new infrastructure corridors, especially near metros.

Deal Sizes Stable, But Fewer Mega Deals

The average deal size remained in the USD 60–100 million range, but the number of transactions fell, dragging overall volumes down.

The share of the Top 10 PE deals dropped from 93% in H1 FY25 to 77% in H1 FY26 — indicating a broader distribution of deals across more projects rather than just a few giant transactions.

Foreign Capital Bounces Back

Foreign investors are still dominant in India’s real estate story. Their share in total investments rose to 73% in H1 FY26, after dipping to 65% in FY25.

Equity deals accounted for 78% of total deals, showing continued long-term confidence, despite short-term caution.

Residential Market: Investors Still Interested

Even with fewer PE deals overall, residential real estate continues to draw investor attention thanks to:

• India’s fast-growing economy
• Increasing formalization of the sector
• Stable pricing and strong end-user demand, especially in metro cities.

This means new launches, especially in MMR and Chennai, are likely to keep coming, giving homebuyers more options — though at potentially higher price points in areas with fresh capital inflows.

Key Takeaways for Homebuyers

• More city-focused investment = stronger local infrastructure and more projects in select cities like MMR & Kolkata.
• Rise in retail & mixed-use investment could improve quality of life in upcoming areas.
• Commercial focus may create job-housing clusters, potentially driving up demand and prices in those zones.
• Foreign investors returning signals long-term confidence in India’s property market, which usually precedes new supply cycles.

Also Read: Private Equity in Indian Real Estate Drops, But Bigger Deals Take Center Stage

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According to the FLUX FY25 Annual Edition, only 39 PE deals were recorded this fiscal—down from 51 in FY24—but the average deal size jumped to USD 94 million, up from USD 75 million last year.

“The market is evolving,” said Shobhit Agarwal, MD & CEO, ANAROCK Capital. “Capital is consolidating around fewer, better-quality assets, and that’s a sign of maturity in the investment landscape.”

Top Deals Highlight New Investment Focus

Some of FY25’s biggest deals include:

• GIC-Xander → Shapoorji Pallonji – USD 258 Mn
• Keppel Land → RMZ Corporation & CPPIB – USD 251 Mn
• Blackstone → LOGOS India & Kolte Patil – USD 338 Mn combined
• Alpha Wave Global → Oberoi Realty – USD 145 Mn

These top 10 deals alone made up 81% of total PE investment, with the Reliance–ADIA–KKR hybrid transaction contributing nearly half of that.

Foreign Investors Back in the Game

Foreign capital played a dominant role this year, contributing 84% of total investments, up from 68% in FY24. This USD 3.1 billion influx signals renewed global confidence in India’s real estate fundamentals, despite international economic volatility.

Warehousing Emerges as Sector Champion

For the first time in five years, logistics and warehousing captured 48% of total PE funding, emerging as the most preferred sector. This shift reflects rising demand from e-commerce, manufacturing, and 3PL players, alongside investor appetite for Grade A, ESG-compliant assets.

In contrast, commercial office investments fell sharply to USD 806 million (from USD 2.2 billion in FY24), as investors remain cautious due to interest rate pressures and geopolitical uncertainty.

Pan-India Plays and Hybrid Deals on the Rise

Multi-city and pan-India transactions accounted for 52% of all investments, up from just 25% in FY23. Investors are increasingly opting for diversified portfolios that spread risk and maximize returns across locations.

Also notable is the rise in hybrid deal structures, which made up 42% of total funding, a major shift from previous years where equity dominated. Pure equity and debt fell to 37% and 21% respectively.

“The rise of hybrid structures reflects more creative, tailored investment strategies,” said Aashiesh Agarwaal, SVP & Investment Advisor at ANAROCK Capital.

Sector Snapshot

• Residential: Entering consolidation, though foreign players like Blackstone and Alpha Wave are showing interest.
• Retail: Growing via REITs and large players like DLF and Phoenix; PE activity remains subdued.
• Commercial: Leasing stays strong, but capital flow is cautious amid high borrowing costs.
• Logistics & Warehousing: Strong long-term outlook with structural demand drivers in place.

Outlook: Strategic Growth Ahead

While total investment volumes have dipped, strategic deployment, rising foreign participation, and sectoral realignment are setting the stage for a stronger, more resilient real estate market. ANAROCK’s FLUX FY25 report underscores the need for adaptability in the face of shifting investor priorities and global dynamics.

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Office Segment Leads Investment Inflows

The office segment remained the dominant asset class, accounting for one-third of the total inflows with investments totaling USD 0.4 billion. Hyderabad emerged as the prime location for office investments, attracting over half of the segment’s capital during Q1 2025.

Strong Growth in Residential and Industrial Segments

Residential investments soared nearly threefold compared to Q1 2024, reaching USD 0.3 billion and contributing 23% to the total inflows. Foreign investments accounted for over half of the residential capital, driven by significant large-scale deals and joint ventures between global investors and local developers.

The industrial and warehousing segment also maintained momentum, recording USD 0.3 billion in investments—representing a 73% YoY increase. The positive performance of macroeconomic indicators, including a high Manufacturing PMI of 58.1 in March 2025, boosted investor confidence in the segment.

Rise of Alternate Assets

Investment inflows into alternate assets, such as data centers and senior housing, remained strong at USD 0.07 billion. Data centers, in particular, gained traction, supported by capital deployment in a proposed hyperscale data center in Mumbai.

City-wise Investment Breakdown

Mumbai led the city-wise investment share with USD 0.3 billion, accounting for 22% of total inflows—a remarkable 841% YoY growth. Bengaluru and Hyderabad followed, with 20% and 18% shares respectively. Multi-city deals also constituted a significant 31% of overall investments.

Expert Insights

Badal Yagnik, CEO of Colliers India, noted, “Institutional investors continue to exhibit confidence in Indian real estate as investments rose by 31% YoY to USD 1.3 billion in Q1 2025. The sustained momentum, supported by strong economic growth and favorable policies, is expected to continue throughout the year.”

Vimal Nadar, Senior Director and Head of Research at Colliers India, added, “The residential segment has seen a significant surge in demand, driven by rising luxury housing trends and strategic joint ventures between global investors and local developers. The potential reduction in repo rates could further stimulate mid and affordable housing investments.”

Outlook for 2025

Experts anticipate that the positive investment momentum will persist, bolstered by optimistic economic projections, robust demand, and proactive government measures. The anticipated easing of monetary policy may further catalyze investments, especially in residential and industrial segments.

Also Read: APAC Investor Optimism to Drive Institutional Investments in Indian Real Estate in 2025

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