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Japanese property firms expand aggressively into India’s market

Representative Image MUMBAI: Japanese real estate developers continue to explore the complex Indian market, with many expected to enter, lured by rising rental rates in a rapidly expanding economy and low construction costs. A prime example is Mitsui Fudosan, Japan’s largest property developer, which ventured into India in 2020 through a partnership with local developer RMZ Real Estate to construct an office complex in Bengaluru. According to two sources familiar with the matter, the company may invest an additional 30-35 billion yen (approximately $190-$225 million) in projects with RMZ or other local developers. Last month, Mitsui Fudosan’s management team visited…

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Private Equity in Indian Real Estate Rises 38% to $2.4B H1 2025

NEW DELHI: Private equity (PE) investments in the Indian real estate sector surged to USD 2.4 billion (₹203 billion) in the first half (H1) of 2025, representing a 38% year-on-year (YoY) increase, according to Savills India. The pace quickened in the April–June quarter (Q2 2025), with inflows doubling to USD 1.6 billion (₹139 billion). This rise was supported by strong demand for commercial office spaces, hospitality, and alternative segments such as student housing. “There’s a clear strategic shift towards diversifying portfolios, with investors increasingly eyeing retail, hospitality, and student housing segments. This trend reflects the market’s maturity and resilience,” stated…