Lower home loan interest rates have significantly improved housing affordability in India’s major cities by 2025, providing relief to homebuyers and supporting continued housing demand, Knight Frank India’s latest Affordability Index shows.The report highlights that affordability improved in seven of the top eight cities, led by Ahmedabad, which emerged as the most affordable housing market […]
As investors navigate an increasingly uncertain global landscape, real estate is regaining its position as a reliable, returns-driven asset class for 2026.In an exclusive conversation, Vivek Rathi, National Director – Research at Knight Frank India, explains why the sector stands out amid muted equity returns, fluctuating interest rates and changing consumer preferences. From the proliferation […]
The Indian housing market continues its strong upward trajectory, with listed developers once again outperforming the broader sector.According to Pankaj Kumar, VP & Analyst – Fundamental Research at Kotak Securities, the residential real estate companies under their cover posted another robust quarter in Q2 2026, with an impressive 43% year-on-year growth in pre-sales. The momentum […]
As the festive season of Diwali sets India on fire, the real estate market is witnessing a significant upturn. Traditionally a period associated with new beginnings, promising investments and increased consumer confidence, this year’s Diwali has brought renewed optimism among homebuyers and investors alike. The combination of RBI’s cumulative rate cuts of 100 basis points […]