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Global Real Estate Capital Rebounds; India Gains Investor Focus
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Global Real Estate Capital Rebounds; India Gains Investor Focus

Global institutional investors are preparing to deploy USD 144 billion into commercial real estate in 2026, signalling a clear rebound in investment activity, according to Knight Frank’s latest Active Capital Survey. The study, based on insights from 119 leading global investors managing over USD 1.4 trillion in assets, reflects renewed confidence driven by easing interest rates, improving occupier demand and favourable long-term demographics.

The survey indicates that 87 per cent of investors, by assets under management, plan to increase direct real estate investments in 2026, with 62 per cent expecting to be net buyers. Against this backdrop, India is steadily strengthening its position as a preferred destination for global capital, offering scale, income visibility and long-term growth potential. Investor interest is being led by Core and Core-plus strategies, with USD 37 billion earmarked globally for Core assets.

India’s commercial real estate market, particularly Grade A office assets across major cities, continues to benefit from strong leasing momentum driven by Global Capability Centres, technology firms and domestic corporates. Offices have re-emerged as the most targeted global asset class, while logistics, living and select retail segments are also reinforcing India’s long-term investment appeal.

The survey further highlights a growing preference for partnerships and joint ventures, a structure seen as critical for navigating India’s market complexity and achieving scalable growth.

Global institutional investors are preparing to deploy USD 144 billion into commercial real estate in 2026, signalling a clear rebound in investment activity, according to Knight Frank’s latest Active Capital Survey. The study, based on insights from 119 leading global investors managing over USD 1.4 trillion in assets, reflects renewed confidence driven by easing interest rates, improving occupier demand and favourable long-term demographics.The survey indicates that 87 per cent of investors, by assets under management, plan to increase direct real estate investments in 2026, with 62 per cent expecting to be net buyers. Against this backdrop, India is steadily strengthening its position as a preferred destination for global capital, offering scale, income visibility and long-term growth potential. Investor interest is being led by Core and Core-plus strategies, with USD 37 billion earmarked globally for Core assets.India’s commercial real estate market, particularly Grade A office assets across major cities, continues to benefit from strong leasing momentum driven by Global Capability Centres, technology firms and domestic corporates. Offices have re-emerged as the most targeted global asset class, while logistics, living and select retail segments are also reinforcing India’s long-term investment appeal.The survey further highlights a growing preference for partnerships and joint ventures, a structure seen as critical for navigating India’s market complexity and achieving scalable growth.

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