20th September 2024: PropeEquity’s Q3 CY24 report reveals significant trends and developments in the Indian real estate market, highlighting a robust recovery driven by increased demand and investment activity. The report indicates a year-on-year growth in property transactions, reflecting renewed consumer confidence and a surge in homebuyer inquiries. Key metropolitan areas, particularly Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR, continue to lead in sales, fueled by attractive financing options and ongoing infrastructure projects.
Additionally, the report emphasizes the growing interest in commercial real estate, particularly in the office and retail segments, as companies embrace hybrid work models and seek modern, flexible spaces. Investment in affordable housing remains strong, supported by government initiatives aimed at promoting home ownership. Overall, PropeEquity’s Q3 findings underscore a positive outlook for the real estate sector, with expectations for sustained growth as the market adapts to changing consumer preferences and economic conditions.
Statistically, while Q3 shows a mixed outlook in India with a dip in sales and new launches esp in South, this is primarily due to inventory constraints and not a result of reducing demand. Bengaluru, for example, continues to display strong fundamentals with a 9% year-on-year growth in housing absorption and the lowest inventory overhang among major cities at just 7-8 months. Long-term demand remains robust, driven by increasing affordability and young professionals. As supply adjusts, the numbers will catch up in the coming quarters. Sales fluctuations are natural, particularly given the larger base and seasonal factors, but the market is far from slowing down.
The NCR market has been performing exceptionally well defying the all-India trend. The sense from the market is that developers are on a wait mode. With the expectation of strong demand due to the auspicious nature of the months, developers are offering homebuyers incentives and offers to induce a purchase. The NCR market could outperform itself this year.