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Embassy REIT Showcases Stellar Q3 Results and Expands Reach
Embassy REIT , Asia's most prominent office REIT, achieved impressive Q3 results ending Dec 31, 2023. It met its annual leasing target in nine months and secured pre-leasing agreements with three global giants, confirming India's appeal for GCCs. The surge highlights India's growing demand for premium office space driven by multinationals.
Embassy REIT's financial strategies included refinancing Rs 2,600 crores to enhance its debt portfolio management. The REIT's public float increased to 92% following a successful sponsor stake sale, bolstering its market position with a diverse blue-chip unitholder base. The leasing domain saw a record-breaking lease of 3.5 million sq. ft. primarily to BFSI, retail, and tech sector entities, indicating the REIT's dominant position in the market.
Embassy REIT's revenue increased by 8% YoY to Rs 936 crores. It made a significant Q3 distribution to investors. The company is set to launch development projects covering 6.9 million sq. ft. in Bengaluru, promising attractive yields. Embassy REIT's commitment to sustainability has been globally recognised, making it the first Indian REIT to be included in the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices.
Hyderabad's Office Space Market Soars with 50% Growth
Hyderabad's office space market has seen a 50% YoY growth in large office spaces (one lakh square feet and above), now totalling 5.4 million square feet. The city is now a hub for business expansions and Global Capability Centres (GCCs) focusing on IT and back-office functions.
However, transactions in mid-sized office spaces witnessed a slight dip, falling by 6.67% from the previous year. Despite this, the demand for small office spaces surged by 31.25%, highlighting a diverse demand across different business sizes.
Overall, Hyderabad's office leasing market grew by 32%, with 8.8 million square feet transacted in 2023, signifying robust growth and a dynamic market catering to various business needs.
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Tier-II Cities Are Emerging Hubs For Flexible Workspaces
India's Tier-II cities, such as Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Jaipur, and Coimbatore, are emerging as the new hub for flexible office spaces. These cities are experiencing significant growth in this sector, with Ahmedabad leading the way with over 0.5 million sq ft of flex office space as of September 2023.
Factors such as cost-effective real estate, a burgeoning talent pool, and enhanced infrastructure make cities attractive for IT, technology firms, and flexible space operators like Awfis and Smartworks.
The overall office space absorption in the top ten Tier-II cities reached 1.6 million sq ft from January to September 2023, evidencing a robust demand. Furthermore, the total office stock in these areas is now around 68 million sq ft, with new supply additions signalling a bullish outlook for the real estate market.
This trend reflects a broader recognition of Tier-II cities' potential as growth engines for the future, driven by sectors such as IT, e-commerce, and technology GCCs. As businesses continue to explore cost-efficient and talent-rich locales, Tier-II cities are set to redefine India's office space dynamics, promising a vibrant future for flexible workspaces.
Most In-Demand Locations This Week-
Metro City: Mumbai
Micromarket: Thane
Non-Metro City: Jaipur
Micromarket: Vaishali Nagar