SEBI reclassifies REITs as equity
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has officially reclassified Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as equity instruments.
The Economic Times

This means REITs can be included in equity indices.
The Economic Times
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It’s expected to unlock more liquidity and attract more institutional / mutual fund investment.
The Economic Times
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Cash flow challenges for developers
According to a report by Nuvama Institutional Equities, even though profitability improved in FY25 for many developers, working capital requirements and weakened free cash flow are giving pressure. The housing cycle is said to be entering a “mid-stage” where capital needs intensify.
The Economic Times

Skyrocketing home prices pushing rentals
A Reuters poll finds home prices in India are expected to rise faster than anticipated, especially at the higher end, while affordable housing supply is shrinking. As a result, many middle-class households may have to continue renting rather than buying.
Reuters
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CREDAI pushes for land reforms & digital registry
At the NATCON 2025 conference, CREDAI called for a Land Titling Act, a unified national digital land register, more land banks, green development, skill development, and building 100 “cities of tomorrow.”
Hindustan Times

India’s real estate sector projected to grow massively by 2047
A joint report by CREDAI + Colliers India predicts the sector could reach US$5-10 trillion by 2047, contributing up to 20% of India’s GDP.
The Economic Times

Shift of investor interest to Tier-2 & Tier-3 cities
Real estate investors are increasingly looking beyond metros. Growth in infrastructure, urban migration, and favourable policies make smaller towns more attractive for residential & commercial real estate investment.
The Tribune

Supreme Court order against speculative investors
The Supreme Court of India has made a strong ruling against speculative investors in real estate, saying they destabilize the residential sector. It has called for systemic reforms to restore credibility.