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Both options give you exposure to real estate, but the experience — and the trade-offs — are very different.
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"I would say Rs 1.5 lakh crore is no longer an anomaly—it’s becoming the baseline for India’s IPO ecosystem," said Krishnaswamy.
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A rental flat feels tangible and familiar, but the numbers often disappoint after costs and vacancies. REITS can be easier to own and easier to exit, but they come with market volatility and less control. The better choice depends on what you want your real estate to do for you.
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Real estate is getting a digital makeover, and investors are loving it.
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Want real estate exposure without owning a building? Here’s how you can use listed REITs in India to build a steady-income portfolio and construct a Rs 10 lakh ladder step by step.
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Indian investors are diversifying beyond residential real estate, exploring commercial properties, REITs, and alternative investment funds for liquidity, income, and growth, reducing dependence on traditional assets.
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With volatile real estate markets and evolving tax rules, investors are weighing the trade-off between direct REIT holdings and diversified mutual fund exposure.
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India has five listed REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) and 17 InvITs with a combined market capitalisation of $33.2 billion. Knight Frank has positioned the country as the fourth-largest market in Asia for REITs and InvITs, behind Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
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Sebi will amend the definition of Strategic Investor in the REIT Regulations and the InvIT Regulations to widen the scope
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Mutual funds in India are shifting from tactical to strategic investments in REITs and InvITs, driven by strong yields, regulatory support, and growing market maturity, redefining long-term income generation
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The new amendments will provide more clarity for investors on cash flows and risk-reward profiles of these assets, said legal experts.
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According to the leaders of the three office REITs, the sector has overcome challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, trust deficit in real estate, and SEZ (special economic zone) demarcation issues
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The consultation paper, released on February 14, covers ease-of-doing business and investor-protection measures
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With a stable and investor-friendly regulatory environment, policy support, technological advancements and sustainable practices, the sector offers a wealth of opportunities
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On December 18, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) presented proposals that covered SME IPOs, performance validation and a new regulation that mandates public consultation as part of the process of the capital markets’ regulator.
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E-commerce has become a dominant player in India’s service sector growth, says ministry
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In a consultation paper released on August 30, Sebi has also proposed the setting up of a nodal department that will both receive the applications and monitor their progress
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The capital markets regulator has aligned the provisions more closely with LODR Regulations; one measure gives the asset classes more time to file their statements of deviation with the exchanges
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There is no mention of the fourth allegation on the capital market regulator proposing and implementing a raft of REIT legislation in Hindenburg's follow up query.
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SEBI said that it has consistently highlighted the role of REITs, SM REITs, InvITs, and Municipal Bonds, etc to advance the Indian securities market.
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The report by Hindenburg Research highlighted that Blackstone, a major player in India's REIT sector, saw regulatory changes during Madhabi Buch's tenure that allegedly favoured the firm.
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A REIT is a hybrid fixed-income instrument offering a transparent, regulated, and diversified platform to earn regular income and potential capital appreciation over a 3-4 year period
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Hindenburg Research has accused SEBI Chair Madhabi Puri Buch of potential conflicts of interest due to her husband Dhaval Buch's appointment at Blackstone and subsequent regulatory changes benefiting the REIT sector.
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The survey report was released on July 22, a day before the Union Budget.
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ITR Filing: Rental income, dividends, and capital gains from real estate investments are all taxed differently. A look at how the tax laws look at the different types of investments.
