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India’s Q1 2026 Real Estate Inflows Reach $5.1 Billion

NEW DELHI: According to a report by CBRE, capital inflows into India’s real estate sector reached an all-time high of $5.1 billion in the January-March quarter of 2026, a 72% increase from $2.9 billion during the same period last year. Sequentially, investments rose by approximately 53% from the $3.3 billion recorded in the October-December quarter of 2025, showcasing ongoing institutional interest despite global economic uncertainties. During this quarter, domestic investors were predominant, representing nearly 96% of total inflows. Developers led the way in capital deployment with a 42% share, followed closely by real estate investment trusts (REITs) at around 40%.…

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India’s SM REIT Market to Exceed $75 Billion: CBRE

Illustrative AI image NEW DELHI: The market for India’s small and medium real estate investment trusts (SM REITs) has the potential to surpass USD 75 billion, supported by over 500 million sq ft of qualifying office, logistics, and retail assets, as highlighted in a report by CBRE South Asia. SM REITs, which were introduced under SEBI’s regulatory framework in 2024, facilitate fractional ownership of income-generating properties typically valued between ₹50 crore and ₹500 crore, allowing smaller investors to engage in commercial real estate. CBRE indicates that this segment could enhance the institutional framework for mid-sized assets and promote increased transparency,…