28 Dec 2025

Housing sales across India's seven major cities declined 14 per cent over the past year to about 3.96 lakh units, impacted by high prices, weaker demand, and job cuts in the IT sector, according to Anarock. Despite lower volumes, the total sales value rose 6 per cent to over INR 6 lakh crore due to continued price growth. Average housing prices increased 8 per cent, though the pace of appreciation slowed to single digits. Chennai was the only city to record a rise in sales, while all other major markets saw declines.Read more

28 Dec 2025

Commercial real estate in 2025 saw substantial activity from celebrities and business leaders, highlighting Mumbai as the focal point of high-value property investments. Transactions included multi-unit acquisitions, land sales, and long-term leases, demonstrating confidence in premium office, retail, and mixed-use properties. Notable deals involved acquisitions by Puravankara Ltd founder, land sale by Jeetendra's family, leases by Kajol and Manoj Bajpayee, and purchases by Suryakumar Yadav. These investments reflect strategic planning, long-term rental potential, and the continued growth of India's commercial property sector.Read more

27 Dec 2025

Crisil Ratings expects India's REIT sector to see strong expansion, with gross asset value projected to grow by 35-40 per cent by the end of fiscal 2027 compared to September 2025. Growth will be driven mainly by acquisitions of completed office assets and the listing of a new REIT, adding significantly to overall leasable space. Occupancy levels are expected to improve further, supported by steady demand from global capability centres, BFSI firms and flexible workspace operators. Stable rental income, healthy EBITDA margins of around 70 per cent and controlled leverage are likely to keep credit profiles steady. While debt may rise to fund acquisitions, equity inflows and diversified portfolios are expected to support financial stability.Read more

27 Dec 2025

In 2025, several Bollywood stars and sports personalities made high-value real estate moves, reflecting both lifestyle choices and investment strategies. Mumbai remained the primary hub, with acquisitions spanning luxury penthouses, commercial spaces, and ultra-luxury flats. Notable deals include Kriti Sanon's sea-facing penthouse, Shikhar Dhawan's Gurugram flat, and multiple properties by Hrithik Roshan's family. Saif Ali Khan, Kajol, Amitabh Bachchan, and Aamir Khan also made significant transactions. These moves highlight growing interest in prime residential and commercial properties, as celebrities diversify their real estate portfolios across India.Read more

26 Dec 2025

Housing sales in India's top nine cities declined sharply in the October & December quarter of 2025, slipping to their lowest level in over four years. Sales volumes fell 16% year-on-year to just over 98,000 units, reflecting softer demand and a cautious buying environment despite traditionally strong festive-season activity. New housing supply also moderated, with launches dropping 10% annually as developers calibrated project rollouts. While most major markets witnessed contraction, Delhi-NCR and Navi Mumbai stood out as exceptions, recording growth in both sales and supply. The broader trend points to premiumisation, with value growth holding up even as volumes weakened.Read more

26 Dec 2025

A report by Think Change Forum has urged the Union Budget 2026 to prioritise widening India's direct tax base, freezing peak tax rates and incentivising private investment to support growth and employment. Citing GST 2.0 reforms, it argues that tax simplification and moderation can deliver strong revenues without higher rates. The report highlights the narrow tax base, low investment despite rising corporate profits, and calls for technology-led compliance, targeted reinvestment incentives, GST expansion to key sectors, and stronger action against tax evasion and illicit trade.Read more

26 Dec 2025

CREDAI MCHI Thane is set to host the 23rd Real Estate & Housing Finance Expo 2026 from February 20 to 23, 2026, positioning it as a key event in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region's property calendar. As Thane evolves into a self-sustained urban hub, the expo reflects the city's growth in infrastructure, connectivity and lifestyle aspirations. To be held at Dosti West County, Balkum, the event will bring together reputed developers, financial institutions and industry experts on a single platform. Designed as a future-ready, trust-led experience, the expo aims to inspire confidence among homebuyers and stakeholders alike.Read more

Mumbai News Desk

25 Dec 2025

Industry leaders from India's construction and real estate sectors gathered in Mumbai for the fifth edition of the Saifee Burhani Expo (Construction 360), a three-day event focused on sustainable, inclusive and future-ready urban development. Inaugurated by Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha Speaker Shri Rahul Narwekar, the expo highlighted innovation, collaboration and long-term infrastructure planning aligned with the vision of a & Viksit Bharat by 2047. Through panel discussions, expert addresses and technology showcases, participants emphasised the need to shift from metro-centric, unchecked growth towards decentralised development, climate-responsive design, safety, sanitation infrastructure and deeper adoption of sustainability frameworks across the construction value chain.Read more

24 Dec 2025

Office space leasing across India's seven largest cities increased modestly over the year, supported by sustained demand from domestic and foreign companies, as per Colliers India. Total gross leasing of Grade A offices touched 71.5 million sq ft, higher than the previous year. Growth was led by strong absorption in cities such as Bengaluru, Chennai and Delhi-NCR, while Mumbai and Hyderabad saw some moderation. Technology firms, BFSI players and global capability centres continued to drive demand, with flexible workspace operators also expanding their footprint.Read more

23 Dec 2025

Institutional investments in Indian real estate increased 17 per cent to a record USD 10.4 billion in the current calendar year, according to JLL India. Domestic investors contributed 52 per cent of the total inflows, while foreign funds accounted for 48 per cent. Office assets emerged as the leading investment segment with a 58 per cent share, followed by residential at 20 per cent. Data centres and logistics parks each attracted 8 per cent, while retail and hotels saw limited inflows. The growth reflects sustained investor confidence across asset classes.Read more