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Indian real estate sentiment turns cautious as oil prices and tight funding bite Q1 2026 offices thrive
Economy
Published on 6 May 2026
Residential steadies, but offices surge through unexpected leasing
India’s real estate sentiment slipped in Q1 2026 as global headwinds weigh on buyers and developers. Higher oil prices and tighter financial conditions disrupted market dynamics, pulling down overall mood. Yet the picture isn’t uniform: residential demand shows signs of stabilizing, while office leasing is accelerating sharply, pointing to a surprising divergence in performance.
- Q1 2026 sentiment dipped amid global economic pressure
- Soaring oil prices and stricter financing cooled overall demand
- Residential looks stabilizing despite the broader slowdown
- Office segment shows unusual momentum with strong leasing
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