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Budget 2024: Tax cuts and lower rates top developers’ Budget wishlist
Budget Expectations: As the Union Budget 2024 nears, real estate developers eagerly await tax rationalisation and interest rate cuts for financial viability and growth. The CREDAI and Colliers survey underscores the need for GST input tax concessions and lower interest rates to boost project feasibility. Developers anticipate strong demand in Tier I and II cities, with hopes of sustaining momentum in 2024. Expectations include cost management solutions, price increases, and exploring new residential models. Developers and stakeholders look to Budget 2024 for crucial support in driving sector growth.
Sattva Group targets 85 pc growth in housing sales to Rs 6,500 cr this fiscal: MD Bijay Agarwal
Realty firm Sattva Group is bullish on India's housing market and will launch many projects to achieve 85 per cent growth in sales of residential properties to around Rs 6,500 crore this fiscal, a top company official said. In the 2023-24, Bengaluru-based Sattva Group achieved sales bookings of Rs 3,500 crore.
Gross leasing of office space up 8 pc to 158 lakh sq ft in Apr-Jun in top 6 cities: Colliers
India's office market shows resilience with sustained growth driven by positive economic indicators. The surge in demand for quality office spaces, led by technology and manufacturing sectors, is expected to surpass 50 million square feet in 2024, reflecting confidence in the market's future prospects.
Sattva Group to invest Rs 12,000-14,000 crore in diversification over next three years
“The funding for the initiative will be structured with a combination of equity, debt and sales. Approximately 20% of the funding will be in equity, while the remainder will be sourced from debt and sales proceeds,” he told ET. “Our approach to debt is highly prudent and disciplined. The company's primary focus lies on commercial and residential projects, which form the bulk of our portfolio.”
Flexible workspace operator Spring House leases 300,000 sq fr at MVN Aero One mall in Gurgaon
Spring House secured 300,000 sq ft at Gurgaon's MVN Aero One mall, offering cost-effective office spaces. The location caters to diverse demands, including from large enterprises and startups focusing on research and development operations.
Awfis to expand in new markets, says CMD Amit Ramani
Awfis is targeting a 30% revenue growth in FY25, driven by expanding its supply and achieving higher occupancy rates at its current centers. The company operates in 17 cities, hosting 181 centers with approximately 110,000 seats and covering a chargeable area of 5.6 million square feet. Awfis saw its operating revenue grow 45% year on year to Rs 232.3 crore.
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WeWork India stake sale to give Embassy Buildcon partial exit
In a two-part deal, Embassy will also spend around Rs 700 crore from the fund raise on acquiring US-based WeWork Inc.’s 27% stake in the Indian entity.
WeWork India debuts in Chennai with launch of first co-working space in the city
WeWork India opened its first co-working space in Olympia Cyberspace in Chennai. This is the company's 55th building in India, offering 2,000 seats on 130,000 sq. ft. Karan Virwani, CEO, WeWork India, highlighted a strong demand in multiple industries such as agri-tech, IT/ITES/ HR, among others.
MoEngage increases seating capacity to 900 with 315Work Avenue
315Work Avenue, a coworking space provider, has doubled its capacity with San Francisco-based MoEngage, bringing its total to 900 seats. The office space, located in Koramangala, Bangalore, spans approximately 45,000 square feet. The deal was facilitated by property consultants Cushman and Wakefield. The company currently manages 2 million sq ft space across 40 prime locations in Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, and Pune.
PropTech investment reaches $4.6 billion since last decade
PropTech firms have seen a significant growth in investment since FY 2011, with a total of $4.6 billion in the last 14 years. This growth is attributed to the transformative impact of technology on the real estate industry, driving efficiency and innovation. Despite global economic uncertainties, PropTech firms' funding experienced a marginal dip in FY 2024, with investments totaling $657 million, down from $683 million in FY 2023. The shared economy and construction technology segments have emerged as leaders in the PropTech space, with 55% and 23% of the overall private investments in FY 2024, respectively.
As work-from-home trend declines, flexible office spaces work for employees and companies
Providing convenience and flexibility for employees on one hand, cost-effectiveness, and asset-light models for employers on the other, coworking/managed spaces are booming. Demand for such spaces is soaring in large metros and Tier-2 cities alike as companies tighten return-to-office rules.
Leadership with Heart: The awakening of the soul in business
Not only do empathetic leaders lead by example in pressure cooker situations, they also have a knack for using emotional intelligence.
Coworking co EFC January-March net profit up 205% at 27.94 crore
Segment-wise, the only listed co-working space company's rental business accounted for a major share of total revenue at Rs 69.95 crore followed by fit out contracts business at Rs 23.24 crore and Rs 5.92 crore from other businesses.
Infra push, talent access helps satellite cities reshape India's commercial realty
India's commercial real estate landscape in satellite and tier II cities is undergoing significant transformation due to robust infrastructure development, strategic urban planning, talent availability, and lower cost of living. Cities like Navi Mumbai, Pune, Gurugram, Noida, and Hyderabad have seen extensive investment in road networks, metro connectivity, and digital infrastructure, making them attractive hubs for businesses.
EFC expands co-working portfolio; adds 360,000 sq ft in Noida and Pune
Integrated office infrastructure and design company EFC (I) Limited is expanding its co-working portfolio by adding 3.6 lakh sqft in Pune and Noida, aiming to add 10,000 seats by H1FY2025. With a presence in seven states and 35 centres, the company has seen a 120% capacity increase, focusing on institutional demand. India's co-working market is growing rapidly, with an estimated 30-35 million sqft of flexible office stock available.
JV Ventures forays into healthcare-dedicated infrastructure platform; plans to open 75 centres in next 5 years
JV Ventures diversifies into healthcare infrastructure with The Medical Centre (TMC), investing $600 million for 75 centers. Raja Jain appointed CEO. Vishal Goel and Jasmeet Singh Chhabra express optimism. TMC to offer specialized services in major Indian cities.
Smartworks expands Pune portfolio, leases entire 6 lakh sq ft tower in Balewadi
Smartworks leases tower in Pune's Balewadi for coworking with 8,000 desks. The Indian market has become one of the fastest-growing centers for flexible office spaces, driven by the rising demand for adaptable workspace solutions from large corporations and dynamic startups worldwide, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Awfis sets Rs 364-383 price band for IPO
The company expects its differentiated business model, expanding presence in tier-1 and tier-2 cities and increasing demand from large enterprises and startups to help make its public listing a success and drive future growth, founder and managing director Amit Ramani told ET on the sidelines of a pre-IPO conference in Mumbai.
India’s office leasing demand likely to cross 70 million sq ft in 2024
Demand for Grade A office space leasing in India is expected to exceed 70 million sq ft in 2024, driven by increased rentals and larger deals in key cities like Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad, with contributions from the IT/ITeS and BFSI sectors, Noida, and co-working spaces.
WeWork expands India presence, adds two assets in Pune & Gurugram
The HQ27 located in Gurugram’s MG Road market, offers over 96,000+ sq. ft. of sace across three with over 1,480+ desks. The property ahs a 15 years lease agreement with WeWork.The Pune property is Situated within Pune’s largest mall complex - Amanora Mall, Amanora Crest offers over 87,000 sq. ft. of workspace with around 1,700 desks under operator model
DevX aims to double co-working office portfolio to 2 mn sq ft
The company currently has operational centres in key cities like Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Noida, Raipur, Jaipur and Ahmedabad. Last week, it set up a new co-working centre spread over 25,000 sq ft with 300 seats in Udaipur.
Rapid growth set to drive consolidation among India’s flexible office providers
Flexible workspaces in India have been witnessing rapid growth, leading to industry consolidation through mergers and acquisitions among major players like WeWork and Brookfield. The evolving sector is expected to reshape the market dynamics and set new industry standards. According to Ankit Gupta, president, Brookfield Properties, India is a global talent hub and the demand for an integrated live-work-play environment is driving a flight-to-quality trend. This extends to coworking spaces, paving the way for consolidation.
Coworking firms take on lease 31 lakh sq ft office space in Jan-Mar, up 7pc annually: CBRE
In its latest report on the Indian office market, real estate consultant CBRE noted that flexible operators became second largest contributor to the total gross demand for office spaces during the quarter ended March 2024.
Co-working firm 315Work Avenue aims to double portfolio amid high demand
It also plan to expand its presence in the New Delhi & NCR and Hyderabad markets. The company aims to have a presence across 10-12 cities in its portfolio over the next two years. It also plans to scale up its operations in Bangalore to over 50 centers from the current presence of 30 centers.
Flexible workspace operators raise Rs 4,600 crore after Covid
Flexible workspace operators in India have raised Rs 4,600 crore post-Covid, compared to Rs 1,400 crore in the five years before the pandemic, as companies adopt hybrid work models. The market size for flexible office real estate is expected to grow to between 100 million sq ft and 140 million sq ft by 2030, from the current 55 million sq ft.
Coworking firm IWG looks to double India portfolio in 12-18 months
IWG plans to double its presence in India, targeting new cities, suburbs, and Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Demand for workspaces in southern cities has grown. Thirty per cent of commercial real estate will be flexible workspace by 2030.
91Springboard makes appointments to leadership team
91Springboard, a co-working and flexible space operator, has appointed Sameer Singh as the new chief operating officer (COO) and Arjun Sharma as country head - business and growth. The company has also appointed key executives for marketing, supply chain, and strategic sourcing. Singh brings over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including digital transformation and project management.
Table Space, Runwal ink 10-year, Rs 333-cr Mumbai office lease deal
The cumulative rental payout for the transaction is over Rs 333 crore through the total term. The agreement includes a provision that grants Table Space an option to lease an additional 1.97 lakh sq ft of office space, thereby expanding the total deal size to nearly 3.30 lakh sq ft.
Bengaluru’s offices second most expensive to rent after Mumbai; rentals up in Chennai, Hyderabad too
The average grade A office rental value across top seven cities surveyed was Rs 83 per sq ft per month, up 7% year on year. Chennai witnessed the highest 10% yearly increase in avg. office rental value from Rs 62 per sq. ft., to Rs 68 per sq. ft., followed by Hyderabad with an 8% yearly growth from Rs 61 per sq. ft. last year to around Rs 66 per sq. ft. in the first half of this year.
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