REAL ESTATE SECTOR
Crisis & fears - What are the main obstacles to Chinese growth?
China's leadership tackles economic challenges including weak consumption, 14.2% youth unemployment, property crisis, local debt, export pressures, and falling foreign investment. Financial pressures, asset shortages, and currency depreciation risks, alongside deflation fears, are key concerns affecting the economy's recovery and overall stability.
Bengaluru office stock set to touch 330-340 mn. sq. ft. by 2030, highest in India
Bengaluru, leading India's office space to 330-340 million sq. ft. by 2030, shows a 41% GCC leasing share. Main areas include ORR, Whitefield, and North Bengaluru, with 15-16 mn sq. ft. annual absorption and competitive rents. The city’s ease of doing business and sector diversification like retail and aerospace boost its growth.
Private equity deals in Indian real estate increased marginally
Private equity deals in Indian real estate surged in Q1 FY25, mainly due to a significant investment in Reliance Retail's warehousing assets. The $1.5 billion Reliance-ADIA-KKR deal represented 71% of total PE deals. Despite an overall weak macroeconomic environment, deal sizes increased by 23% year-on-year. Other notable transactions occurred in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, and MMR.
Ashiana housing to double its annual senior living housing sales
Ashiana Housing, a listed real estate developer, is aiming to double its annual senior living housing sales to 1,000 units within four years. This comes in response to the post-Covid surge in demand, which has already increased their sales from 200 units to 450–500 units per year. The company reported a revenue of Rs 1,800 crore in FY 2023–24, a 50% increase from the previous year, and is targeting Rs 2,000 crore for the current financial year.
Alphacorp to invest Rs 350 crore in luxury residential project in Gurgaon
Alphacorp partners in a Rs 350 crore joint venture for a luxury residential project in Gurgaon, developing 500,000 sq ft across two land parcels. The project, 'Alphacorp SKY1', will feature 200 units in a 29-floor building, aiming for Rs 600 crore in revenue. The development will focus on sustainability with GRIHA and IGBC certifications, offering apartments between 2,400 to 3,600 sq ft and set for completion in four years.
Welspun One raises over Rs 2,275 cr through second logistics fund
Welspun One has raised Rs 2,275 crore through its second fund, attracting a diverse pool of investors. The fund aims to invest in new age warehousing assets to enhance logistics infrastructure in India and contribute to economic growth.
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Investor confidence drives Indian realty investments to $4.8 billion in H1 2024
Amid global economic challenges, Indian real estate showcased resilience, attracting $4.8 billion in institutional investments in H1 2024, up 81% from the total $5.8 billion in 2023. With 40 deals, investment activity surged, driven by strong foreign and growing domestic investor confidence, signaling robust economic growth and diversified opportunities in emerging sectors.
Budget 2024: Tax cuts and lower rates top developers’ Budget wishlist
Budget Expectations: As the Union Budget 2024 nears, real estate developers eagerly await tax rationalisation and interest rate cuts for financial viability and growth. The CREDAI and Colliers survey underscores the need for GST input tax concessions and lower interest rates to boost project feasibility. Developers anticipate strong demand in Tier I and II cities, with hopes of sustaining momentum in 2024. Expectations include cost management solutions, price increases, and exploring new residential models. Developers and stakeholders look to Budget 2024 for crucial support in driving sector growth.
Housing sale in tier 2 cities increases by 11% Y-o-Y
As per the data, the sales of housing units in India’s 30 major tier II cities stood at 2,07,896 units in 2023-24 as against 1,86,951 units in the preceding financial year.
Sitharaman may focus on affordable housing in Union Budget: Former HDFC CEO Keki Mistry
BUDGET 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to prioritize affordable housing in the upcoming Union Budget, former HDFC CEO Keki Mistry stated. Real estate developers are advocating for tax rationalization, more funds for the SWAMIH scheme, and continued government backing to sustain sector growth and stimulate demand
Stable economy boosts India's housing market to new heights, scales 11-year peak
The housing property market across India is seeing substantial growth in sales volumes, driven by stable economic conditions and continued confidence, even amidst higher mortgage rates. This uptrend is led by the top eight cities, including Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad, propelling the country’s residential real estate market to an 11-year high in sales volumes during the first half of the year.
Delhi HC sets aside Punjab & Sind Bank's decision to withdraw its Rs 120 cr OTS given to real estate co Ambience Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court has ruled against Punjab and Sind Bank's withdrawal of a Rs 120 crore loan settlement from Ambience Pvt Ltd. The court deemed the withdrawal as arbitrary and unsustainable. The bank has been directed to release the securities provided by the company. The court clarified that the terms of the settlement, once accepted and sanctioned, are binding. Ambience had made the full payment as per the agreed terms, refuting the bank's allegations of deviation and concealment. A legal dispute over the loan settlement has been resolved by the court.
PE investment in real estate hits $2.5 bn in Q2, a 3-year high
Institutional investments in India's real estate sector surged to a three-year high of $2.5 billion in the June quarter, primarily driven by robust activity in the industrial and warehousing, and residential segments, according to Colliers. The industrial and warehousing segment attracted the majority of investments at $1.5 billion, marking an 11-fold increase from Q2 2023, while the residential segment also experienced significant growth. Conversely, investments in the office sector plummeted 83%. Foreign investors, particularly from the US and UAE, were prominent contributors in the market, indicating a positive outlook for the industry.
Institutional investment in Indian real estate at $2.5 billion in Q2, marking a 3-year high
Private equity investments in Indian real estate hit a three-year high in Q2 2024, totaling $2.5 billion. The industrial and warehousing segment led with 61% of the total investments ($1.5 billion), driven by large deals. The residential segment saw a 7.5x increase from Q2 2023, making up 21% of total inflows. Office assets received $0.3 billion, showing a significant annual decline.
Indian real estate witnesses $1.7 bn private equity inflow during H1 2024
Private equity investment in the Indian real estate sector reached USD 1.7 billion in the first half of 2024, marking a 42% increase year-on-year, as reported by Savills India. However, Q2 2024 saw investments of USD 1.1 billion, similar to the previous year's figures.
Haryana government’s policy on fourth floor to keep the realty price in check
The Haryana government's decision to allow construction of stilt plus four floors in residential sectors is set to boost housing demand in Gurgaon and curb soaring prices, experts say. The move, following a ban on fourth-floor construction last year, will provide opportunities for homebuyers and developers, leading to increased supply in high-demand areas like Gurgaon, benefiting both the real estate market and aspiring homeowners.
Bengal government withdraws 2% stamp duty, 10% circle rate relief for real estate sector
The West Bengal government has decided to end temporary relief measures for the real estate sector, including a 2 per cent stamp duty reduction and 10 per cent circle rate slash, effective July 1. Initially introduced in October 2021 to combat COVID-19 economic impacts, the benefits were extended multiple times. Sushil Mohta, of CREDAI West Bengal, expressed gratitude for the measures but urged a reconsideration, emphasizing the sector's significant contributions to the state's economy.
Sumadhura Group eyes over 3-fold turnover growth to Rs 5,000 cr in 2024-25
South India-based real estate developer Sumadhura Group aims for a significant increase in turnover to Rs 5,000 crore by 2024-25, introducing a new logo and tagline "Foundation of Happiness" to reflect their growth strategy and commitment to providing diverse living experiences.
IIMB’s Real Estate Research Initiative signs MoU with Bangalore Apartments’ Federation
The Real Estate Research Initiative (RERI) at IIM Bangalore has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bangalore Apartments’ Federation (BAF) – a collaboration which is aimed to benefit home buyers, home owners and resident welfare associations by promoting awareness, knowledge, education and engagement.
Indian realty surge drives debt financing demand, to top Rs 14 lakh cr by 2026: Report
The real estate market in Mumbai is experiencing a resurgence driven by government policies, urbanization, and economic recovery, leading to increased demand for financing. The sector is expected to create debt financing opportunities worth over Rs 14 lakh crores by 2026, with lenders seeing opportunities for growth and innovation in funding structures.
Share of high-value property transactions doubles since 2019
There has been a consistent increase in the sale of properties in higher price brackets, including those valued between Rs 75 lakh-1 crore and above Rs 1 crore. This trend suggests a growing inclination towards upscale real estate offerings, potentially driven by factors such as increased disposable income and changing lifestyle preferences.
India’s Grade A warehousing supply to top 300 million sq ft by 2025
India's warehousing sector is expected to surpass 300 million sq ft by 2025, fueled by rapid industrial growth and a thriving real estate market. Pune and NCR lead in Grade A warehousing demand, while MMR saw a significant supply increase. Policy support and favorable economic conditions are attracting investments in the sector.
Govt’s PMAY move to help boost affordable housing, drive economic growth
In the interim budget earlier this year, Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced support for the construction of an additional 2 crore homes in the next five years under the PMAY - Gramin (PMAY Rural). The PMAY budgetary allocation was also increased to Rs 80,671 crore for 2024-25 from Rs 79,590 crore in 2023-24.
Realty hopes reforms, infra development continuity as Modi 3.0 takes charge
Industry players and experts are emphasizing the need for tax rationalization and reduced approval costs to foster a more conducive environment for investment and development.
Real estate sector pushes for tax rationalisation and reduced approval cost as Modi 3.0 set to take oath
With Narendra Modi set to take oath as Prime Minister for the third time, the real estate industry has high expectations from Modi 3.0. The interim budget announced a boost for affordable housing by adding 2 crore more houses to the PMAY-U scheme. Experts emphasize the need for policy reorientation, cost reductions, and tax rationalization to accelerate growth. Industry leaders stress the need for government intervention to drive further growth, including reforms in GST and revisiting affordable housing definitions.
Robust housing demand helps in faster inventory liquidation
Residential property markets in the top seven cities - Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata - have witnessed a significant 31% decrease in the time taken to sell active unsold housing inventory, showed a JLL analysis.
UP RERA sets format for possession letters to flat buyers
It had also directed project promoters to make no binding conditions on the allottees in any way through the offer of possession letter, the UP RERA said in a statement.
PropTech investment reaches $4.6 billion since last decade
PropTech firms have seen a significant growth in investment since FY 2011, with a total of $4.6 billion in the last 14 years. This growth is attributed to the transformative impact of technology on the real estate industry, driving efficiency and innovation. Despite global economic uncertainties, PropTech firms' funding experienced a marginal dip in FY 2024, with investments totaling $657 million, down from $683 million in FY 2023. The shared economy and construction technology segments have emerged as leaders in the PropTech space, with 55% and 23% of the overall private investments in FY 2024, respectively.
Godrej Properties sells around 650 flats for over Rs 2,000 crore in Noida
Realty firm Godrej Properties Ltd announced the sale of 650 flats in Noida, generating over Rs 2,000 crore in revenue. This marked their successful launch in the city with the Godrej Jardinia project in Sector 146. The project launched in May 2024 showed strong consumer demand for residential properties. MD & CEO Gaurav Pandey spoke about the plan to expand their presence in the city.
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