Financial
Private Equity Investments in Real Estate Rise 66% to $1.2 Billion in Q1 2026: Savills
Private equity investments in India's real estate sector stood at $1.2 billion in the January-March quarter of 2026, marking a 66 per cent increase compared to the year-ago period, according to Savills India.
New Delhi, April 13: Office assets accounted for the largest share of investments at 41 per cent , with capital largely concentrated in markets such as Gurugram and Pune.
Segment-Wise Breakdown
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Office assets: 41% (largest share)
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Hospitality: 17% (indicating increased interest beyond traditional asset classes)
Domestic vs Foreign Investors
Domestic investors emerged as the primary drivers of equity inflows during the quarter, contributing $817 million , or about 66 per cent of total investments.
Domestic Capital Deployment
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Office segment: 63%
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Residential & mixed-use developments: 18%
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Alternative assets (student housing, co-living): 13%
Key Takeaway
The data suggests a shift in investment patterns, with domestic capital gaining prominence as global investors remain cautious amid macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties.