India’s real estate deal activity jumps 23% in Q1 2026, signals strong mid-market momentum
Chennai: India’s real estate sector saw deal activity climb sharply in the January to March period of 2026, recording 32 mergers & acquisitions and private equity transactions — the second highest quarterly tally for the sector — according to a new Grant Thornton report.The 32 deals mark a 23% quarter-on-quarter rise from 26 deals in Q4 2025, showing sustained investor interest and a broadening deal pipeline.
While total deal value stood at $763 million, down from $2,083 million in Q4 2025, the report noted the dip reflects an absence of large-ticket transactions and a healthy shift toward smaller and mid-sized deals.
Analysts said the trend points to deeper market participation, with more investors targeting growth-stage assets and regional projects rather than mega-deals. The higher deal count underscores confidence in the sector’s fundamentals heading into 2026.
The January–March quarter also outpaced Q3 2025 in deal volume, reinforcing momentum in India’s real estate investment landscape despite global headwinds.
