India among Asia-Pacific’s most resilient real estate markets despite global uncertainty: Report
Mumbai, Dec 21: Indian equity markets ended Friday’s session on a strong note, snapping a four-day losing streak, but investors are likely to shift their attention to key domestic data, currency movements and global developments that could set the tone for trading in the coming week.
On December 19, both benchmark indices closed with solid gains, supported by a steady rupee, positive global cues and a Bank of Japan policy decision that was in line with market expectations.
The Sensex climbed 448 points, or 0.53 per cent, to close at 84,929.36, while the Nifty rose 151 points, or 0.58 per cent, to settle at 25,966.40.
Commenting on Nifty outlook, experts said that “on the upside, immediate resistance is placed at 26,000, followed by 26,200 and 26,400.”
They added that on the downside, support is seen at 25,900 and then 25,800, with a break below 25,700 likely to attract additional selling pressure.
“Given the current market structure, a buy-on-dips strategy remains appropriate, though traders should maintain strict stop-losses due to prevailing volatility,” market watchers stated.
Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks, with the BSE Midcap index rising 1.26 per cent and the Smallcap index gaining 1.25 per cent.
Looking ahead, investors will be closely tracking India’s industrial output data. The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for November 2025 is scheduled to be released on December 29 by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
Policy developments and trade-related news will also remain in focus. The government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pushed through major reforms in the recent winter session of Parliament to strengthen the economy amid rising global trade pressures.
Key legislative changes include allowing private sector participation in the nuclear industry, permitting 100 per cent foreign ownership in insurance companies, and proposing a single consolidated code for securities market regulations.
These steps are aimed at improving the investment climate and could influence market sentiment in the days ahead.
The movement of the Indian rupee is another important factor for the market.
India is emerging as one of the most resilient and opportunity-rich real estate markets in the Asia-Pacific region, even as global economic uncertainty and slower regional growth weigh on property markets elsewhere, a new report released on Sunday said.
In its Asia-Pacific Outlook 2026, Knight Frank said India continues to stand out due to strong domestic fundamentals, a large and skilled talent pool, and a steadily maturing real estate ecosystem.
While the Asia-Pacific economy is expected to moderate in 2026 amid changing trade policies and cautious capital flows, India’s property market is set to benefit from sustained demand and relatively stable conditions.
The report highlighted that India enters 2026 with one of the strongest office market outlooks in the region.
Expansion by global capability centres, steady hiring in the technology sector and strong occupier confidence helped India record one of the highest leasing volumes in Asia-Pacific during 2025.
Cities such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and the National Capital Region continue to lead the market, with office rentals expected to grow between 7.5 per cent and 9 per cent year-on-year in 2026.
India’s office market also crossed a major milestone in 2025, with Grade A office stock across the top eight cities exceeding one billion square feet.
Commenting on the findings, Shishir Baijal, Chairman and Managing Director of Knight Frank India, said the country remains a strategic growth destination for global occupiers.
“India continues to stand out as a strategic growth market. The country’s affordability, depth of talent, regulatory stability and a maturing workplace ecosystem enhance its appeal relative to other global hubs,” he noted.
The report pointed out that quality and flexibility will define India’s office market in the coming year.
With several early-2000s office buildings nearing functional obsolescence, landlords are investing more in upgrades such as better air-conditioning systems, improved natural lighting, modern workplace technologies and sustainability features.
Occupiers are increasingly willing to pay more for efficient, sustainable and employee-friendly offices rather than just large floor areas, the report said. (IANS)
