11 May 2026

Knight Frank India and NAREDCO have reported a sharp moderation in real estate sector sentiment during the January–March 2026 quarter, with developers, investors and financial institutions adopting a more cautious approach amid global economic uncertainty and inflationary pressures. According to the latest Real Estate Sentiment Index released by the two organisations, the current sentiment score fell to 49 from 60 in the previous quarter, moving into pessimistic territory for the first time in recent years. The future sentiment score also declined to a neutral level of 50. The report attributed the moderation to rising crude oil prices, tightening financial conditions and geopolitical tensions affecting construction costs and project viability, although stakeholders continued to express confidence in India’s long-term housing and office market fundamentals.Read more

11 May 2026

Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) have surpassed foreign institutional investors (FIIs) in Indian real estate investment for the first time in over a decade, marking a structural shift in capital flows, according to recent industry data including insights from JLL’s 2026 report. The trend is also visible in listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), where domestic capital—through promoters, mutual funds, and retail investors—accounts for a significant share of holdings. Data across key REITs shows promoter and domestic investor dominance, while foreign participation remains comparatively lower. This shift indicates increasing domestic confidence in income-generating commercial assets and a gradual broadening of the local investment base, supported by regulatory stability and maturing REIT markets in India.Read more

11 May 2026

A governance review at HDFC Bank has not found any major lapses, according to people familiar with the matter. The exercise was initiated after former chairman Atanu Chakraborty stepped down, citing differences between his personal values and the bank’s practices. The findings are expected to support the reappointment of CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, whose term ends in October. The development may bring stability after recent market volatility and regulatory scrutiny, particularly following the bank’s merger with HDFC Ltd.Read more

10 May 2026

Aadhar Housing Finance reported a 20.18 per cent increase in net profit to INR 1,095.88 crore for FY26, reflecting continued growth in its affordable housing-focused lending business. The mortgage lender also recorded expansion in its loan portfolio and disbursements, supported by demand from low- and middle-income borrowers. The performance comes alongside steady operational metrics and asset quality, reinforcing the company’s position in the affordable housing finance segment. The results align with broader momentum in India’s housing finance sector, where demand remains driven by urbanisation, government-backed housing schemes and credit penetration in smaller cities.Read more

10 May 2026

Grovy India Limited reported a 62 per cent increase in net profit to INR 2.9 crore for FY26, supported by higher revenue and continued demand in South Delhi’s premium housing market. Total revenue rose to INR 35 crore from INR 26 crore in the previous financial year. The company is developing residential projects spanning 1.53 lakh sq ft across key South Delhi locations, with delivery scheduled between FY27 and FY28. It has also lined up additional projects in Greater Kailash I and Defence Colony, indicating expansion within supply-constrained micro-markets.Read more

10 May 2026

CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd has launched Investment IQ Pro, an AI-driven workflow platform aimed at streamlining institutional real estate investment processes in India. Unveiled at the CII BFSI Summit in Mumbai, the platform integrates developers, lenders, consultants and trustees into a single dashboard to improve coordination, reduce approval timelines and enhance compliance. It replaces manual, email-based processes with automated systems, including document validation and audit tracking. The platform is designed to address inefficiencies in project monitoring, cashflow management and reporting, and aligns with regulatory requirements. CBRE indicated that the solution is already seeing onboarding interest from financial institutions and developers.Read more

09 May 2026

BPTP Limited has leased approximately 104,000 sq ft of Grade-A office space at its Capital City project in Sector 94, Noida to MediaTek for a new research and development (R&D) facility. The centre, which became operational in the past week, marks MediaTek’s second R&D hub in India after Bengaluru. The transaction reflects sustained demand from global technology firms for high-quality office assets in NCR, supported by strong connectivity and infrastructure. The development, located close to the Okhla Bird Sanctuary Metro Station, forms part of a 780,000 sq ft mixed-use commercial project with sustainability certifications and modern workplace amenities.Read more

09 May 2026

Commercial real estate investment across Asia Pacific recorded an 18% year-on-year increase to USD 46.2 billion in the first quarter of 2026, according to CBRE’s latest regional survey. The growth was led by strong capital deployment in markets such as Singapore, India and Hong Kong SAR, despite ongoing geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainties. While investor sentiment has moderated compared to the previous six months, it remains above pandemic-era levels, supported by steady occupier demand. Cap rate trends varied across markets, reflecting local conditions, with upward pressure in Australia and stabilisation in mainland China. Institutional investors showed increased activity in select regions, while supply constraints linked to high construction costs are expected to influence medium-term investment opportunities across the region.Read more

08 May 2026

Retail-focused non-banking financial company InCred Holdings has filed updated draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for its proposed initial public offering, which market sources estimate could raise around INR 3,000–4,000 crore. The proposed public issue includes a fresh issue of shares worth up to INR 1,250 crore and an offer-for-sale component by existing investors including KKR India Financial Investments and MEMG Family Office LLP. The company is targeting a valuation of nearly INR 15,000 crore through the listing. Proceeds from the fresh issue are proposed to be infused into its lending subsidiary to strengthen capital adequacy and support business growth. The IPO filing comes amid continued activity in India’s financial services and NBFC capital markets segment.Read more

08 May 2026

Mindspace Business Parks REIT has successfully secured INR 5 billion through the issuance of 10-year bonds, attracting interest from bankers and investors. The bonds carry an annual coupon of 7.63 percent and were rated AAA by Crisil, indicating strong credit quality. The bidding process saw participation from multiple market players, reflecting continued confidence in REIT-backed instruments. The issue size includes base and greenshoe portions where applicable. The company has not issued any official statement on the development so far.Read more