India’s real estate investment market continues to deepen, reflecting both investor confidence and structural strength. Q3 2025 fundraising totaled USD 1.4 billion – up 46% q-o-q – with office-focused funds and REITs capturing an impressive 81% share.
Since their introduction in 2019, REITs have reshaped how India participates in real estate growth. With a robust regulatory framework, professional asset management and stable dividends, they’ve matured into a credible, long-term diversification tool. SEBI's move to classify them as equity instruments is expected to further boost liquidity and retail participation.
This rising investor appetite closely aligns with the strength of India’s office sector. Led by Global Capability Centres (GCCs), offices continue to anchor real estate performance. Even amid hybrid workplace trends, Grade-A spaces remain essential for collaboration, with net office absorption across major cities expected to touch record levels in 2025.
Catch Somy Thomas, Executive Managing Director, Capital Markets on ET Markets, discussing how India’s evolving real estate ecosystem is driving institutional confidence and unlocking new opportunities for investors.
Watch the full interview here: Are REITs Now a Retail Favourite?
Somy Thomas Explains Why Reits Are Winning Investor Confidence in India
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About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices and 60 countries. In 2024, the firm reported revenue of $9.4 billion across its core service lines of Services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for property owners and occupiers with approximately 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices and 60 countries. In 2024, the firm reported revenue of $9.4 billion across its core service lines of Services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.
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