WSB Invests Rs 3 Bn in Mumbai Opportunities Strategy

03 Mar 2025 CW Team

WSB Real Estate Partners, a leading alternative asset manager, announced its strategic foray specifically in the Mumbai Real Estate Sector with the "Mumbai Opportunities Strategy.", an initiative that aligns with WSB’s commitment to exploring early stage opportunities in Mumbai’s promising real estate market.

Mumbai’s real estate has experienced a sustained upward trajectory in recent years, particularly post-pandemic, underpinned by various factors like favorable economic conditions, accelerated infrastructure development improving connectivity, and rising affordability driven by income growth. This trend is expected to continue, reinforcing Mumbai’s position as a lucrative investment destination.

WSB has already invested over ?300 crore in early-stage opportunities through equity-like structures and special situations funding intending to optimize capital structures in development projects. The Mumbai Opportunities Strategy targets early-stage developments, capturing value at the land and pre-approval stages through structured, equity-like transactions with back-ended cash flows. Leveraging its deep-rooted expertise and partnerships with leading developers, WSB aims to generate superior returns with downside protection. While continuing post-approval debt transactions, the firm recognizes the rising demand for early-stage equity capital, making Mumbai the ideal launchpad for this strategic expansion.

Investments have been made across various asset classes including commercial office, residential & retail with experienced development partners including Notandas Realty, Vijay Khetan Group, Bagasrawala Corporation amongst others.

Virendra Gala, a board member and sponsor of WSB India actively steering such opportunities in Mumbai, said, "We believe this strategic move aligns with WSB’s vision of capitalizing on investment opportunities in a market where we have deep-rooted knowledge. Mumbai’s robust economy, characterized by a growing GDP, continues to attract businesses and individuals, fuelling real estate demand. Mumbai continues to be a hub of opportunity, with strong economic growth fuelling the real estate sector."

Vimal Jangla, Managing Partner, WSB added, "This move marks a significant milestone for WSB as we expand our investment verticals in the Mumbai real estate sector. The Mumbai Opportunities Strategy reflects our commitment to leveraging our acquisition and structuring expertise with the intent of participating in the attractive opportunities presented by Mumbai’s real estate sector. “ This strategic move follows WSB's successful entry into the Industrial and logistics sector, showcasing the company's adaptability and ability to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The announcement positions WSB as a key player in the Mumbai real estate sector, focusing on investments over the next four to five years.

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WSB Real Estate Partners, a leading alternative asset manager, announced its strategic foray specifically in the Mumbai Real Estate Sector with the Mumbai Opportunities Strategy., an initiative that aligns with WSB’s commitment to exploring early stage opportunities in Mumbai’s promising real estate market. Mumbai’s real estate has experienced a sustained upward trajectory in recent years, particularly post-pandemic, underpinned by various factors like favorable economic conditions, accelerated infrastructure development improving connectivity, and rising affordability driven by income growth. This trend is expected to continue, reinforcing Mumbai’s position as a lucrative investment destination. WSB has already invested over ?300 crore in early-stage opportunities through equity-like structures and special situations funding intending to optimize capital structures in development projects. The Mumbai Opportunities Strategy targets early-stage developments, capturing value at the land and pre-approval stages through structured, equity-like transactions with back-ended cash flows. Leveraging its deep-rooted expertise and partnerships with leading developers, WSB aims to generate superior returns with downside protection. While continuing post-approval debt transactions, the firm recognizes the rising demand for early-stage equity capital, making Mumbai the ideal launchpad for this strategic expansion. Investments have been made across various asset classes including commercial office, residential & retail with experienced development partners including Notandas Realty, Vijay Khetan Group, Bagasrawala Corporation amongst others. Virendra Gala, a board member and sponsor of WSB India actively steering such opportunities in Mumbai, said, We believe this strategic move aligns with WSB’s vision of capitalizing on investment opportunities in a market where we have deep-rooted knowledge. Mumbai’s robust economy, characterized by a growing GDP, continues to attract businesses and individuals, fuelling real estate demand. Mumbai continues to be a hub of opportunity, with strong economic growth fuelling the real estate sector. Vimal Jangla, Managing Partner, WSB added, This move marks a significant milestone for WSB as we expand our investment verticals in the Mumbai real estate sector. The Mumbai Opportunities Strategy reflects our commitment to leveraging our acquisition and structuring expertise with the intent of participating in the attractive opportunities presented by Mumbai’s real estate sector. “ This strategic move follows WSB's successful entry into the Industrial and logistics sector, showcasing the company's adaptability and ability to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The announcement positions WSB as a key player in the Mumbai real estate sector, focusing on investments over the next four to five years.

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