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EXCELERATE 2026 Signals Institutional Capital Shift

Anoushka, Per Annum

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EXCELERATE 2026 Signals Institutional Capital Shift
EXCELERATE 2026 Highlights

Summary

  • EXCELERATE 2026 brought together 750+ stakeholders, including investors, developers, and policymakers, highlighting key shifts in India’s real estate sector
  • The industry is moving from traditional funding models to institutional capital, with growing adoption of REITs and SM REITs.
  • Regulatory reforms like RERA and GST have improved transparency, boosting investor confidence and attracting global capital.
  • Emerging asset classes such as branded residences, warehousing, data centres, and senior living are shaping the next phase of growth.
  • The event emphasized greater accessibility and structured investments, with new platforms and models enabling wider participation in real estate.

    • EXCELERATE 2026, a major international real estate conclave held in Mumbai, has brought into focus the rapid transformation underway in India’s property market, with industry leaders emphasizing a shift toward institutional capital, transparency, and emerging asset classes.

    Organised by NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen, the event saw participation from over 750 industry stakeholders, including global investors, developers, and policymakers, all discussing the evolving dynamics of Indian real estate. The central theme revolved around how the sector is moving away from traditional family-funded models to more structured investment channels such as Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Small & Medium REITs (SM REITs).

    With a growing focus on democratising access to real estate assets. platforms such as Estates by Per Annum are also enabling broader participation in high-value properties through fractional real estate, allowing investors to co-own and enter with lower ticket sizes

    A key highlight of EXCELERATE 2026 was the growing role of institutional capital in shaping the future of real estate. Experts noted that reforms like RERA, GST rationalisation, and supportive RBI policies have significantly improved transparency and investor confidence, attracting both domestic and global investments into the sector.

    The conclave also spotlighted new and emerging segments that are expected to drive the next growth cycle. These include branded residences, senior living communities, warehousing, and data centres, asset classes that reflect changing consumer preferences and urbanisation trends. Sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) considerations were also key discussion points, with industry leaders stressing the importance of integrating green development into future projects.

    Another major focus area was the rise of alternative investment structures. Panels highlighted how REITs and INVITs are unlocking both institutional and retail capital, making real estate more accessible and liquid as an asset class. The introduction of SM REITs in recent years is expected to further democratise real estate investments, enabling broader participation.

    Additionally, family offices and private equity funds are increasingly entering the sector, particularly in premium and hospitality-led developments, as they seek long-term wealth preservation and stable returns.

    Overall, EXCELERATE 2026 underscored that India’s real estate sector is at an inflection point. With rising urbanisation, stronger regulatory frameworks, and deeper global integration, experts believe the sector is poised for sustained growth and is steadily evolving into a mature, high-performing asset class in the coming decade.

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