Real estate

Nomura predicts 18% downside in Godrej Properties, sees Phoenix Mills falling 11% on lofty valuations

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Nomura predicts 18% downside in Godrej Properties, sees Phoenix Mills falling 11% on lofty valuations

Nomura has initiated coverage on real estate majors Godrej Properties and Phoenix Mills with ‘reduce’ ratings, projecting a downside of 18% and 11% respectively. The brokerage flagged execution risks, weakening growth momentum, and valuation multiples that it believes are no longer justified by underlying fundamentals. The brokerage sees a “moderating growth outlook” for Godrej Properties … Read more

3 reasons why Warren Buffett doesn’t buy REITs, but here’s why that shouldn’t stop you

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3 reasons why Warren Buffett doesn’t buy REITs, but here’s why that shouldn’t stop you

Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, famously steers clear of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). While REITs have long been a proven way for investors to access real estate returns with liquidity and diversification, Buffett’s massive Berkshire Hathaway empire holds barely any REIT exposure. But his avoidance doesn’t mean REITs aren’t worth your attention. In … Read more

Prestige Estates among top 3 real estate stock picks by Axis Securities for FY26 – Stock Picks

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Prestige Estates among top 3 real estate stock picks by Axis Securities for FY26 – Stock Picks

Arvind reported Rs 1,271 crore in pre-sales for FY25, missing its growth guidance due to unexecuted launches. However, it has lined up Rs 4,000 crore worth of launches for FY26 across Bengaluru, Gujarat, and MMR. Projects like Aqua City and The Park achieved near-total bookings at launch, supporting strong momentum. Axis Securities notes Arvind’s asset-light … Read more

Investing during market dip: I am heavily invested in MF, stocks. Now, I am looking for options that can offer consistent income

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Investing during market dip: I am heavily invested in MF, stocks. Now, I am looking for options that can offer consistent income

I’ve been investing in mutual funds and stocks, but the market’s ups and downs make me uneasy. I’m now looking for a more stable investment option that offers regular income along with long-term growth potential. Are REITs a good alternative to equity mutual funds or direct property investment, and what factors should I consider before investing? … Read more

’30x your income for a 600 sqft flat in Mumbai’: Reddit post ignites brutal takedown of India’s housing crisis

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’30x your income for a 600 sqft flat in Mumbai’: Reddit post ignites brutal takedown of India’s housing crisis

A 600-square-foot apartment in Mumbai costs 30 times the average annual income. A line, posted on Reddit, has hit a raw nerve among home buyers. “We laugh nervously, comparing prices over chai,” the user wrote. “But the laughter dies when we glimpse the ledger of reality.”  In a thread that felt part confessional, part obituary, … Read more

I have actively invested in SIPs, especially after Covid. Current market is forcing me to rethink whether I should halt my SIPs

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I have actively invested in SIPs, especially after Covid. Current market is forcing me to rethink whether I should halt my SIPs

For the past 5 years since the onset of COVID-19, I have actively invested in SIPs and have been pleased with the growth, especially in the post-Covid era. However, in recent months, the profits have shown a decline. Despite my concerns, my financial advisor reassures me that it is a favorable time to continue investing … Read more

‘Capital rotation is king’: Finfluencer explains why the rich in India are betting big on real estate

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‘Capital rotation is king’: Finfluencer explains why the rich in India are betting big on real estate

Finfluencer and Wisdom Hatch founder Akshat Shrivastava in a post decoded how wealthy individuals in India manage and grow their investments, focusing on a simple yet powerful strategy of balancing stocks and real estate.  “Almost every rich person I speak with these days buys stocks and real estate (both) now,” he explained. Stocks, according to … Read more

Uday Kotak buys 12 flats in Mumbai’s Worli Sea Face building for over Rs 200 crore: Report

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Uday Kotak buys 12 flats in Mumbai’s Worli Sea Face building for over Rs 200 crore: Report

Uday Kotak, the former managing director and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank, along with his family, recently acquired residential property valued at Rs 202 crore in the prestigious Worli Sea Face area of Mumbai.  The purchase includes 12 properties within a three-floor development known as Shiv Sagar. According to multiple news reports, the total area … Read more

Why real estate prices soar in India? A finfluencer breaks down country’s property trap

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Why real estate prices soar in India? A finfluencer breaks down country’s property trap

Akshat Shrivastava, founder of Wisdom Hatch, offered piercing insight into the financial undercurrents driving India’s real estate market. According to him, black money fuels property prices while white money heads to stocks. His post on X sheds light on why unaccounted wealth finds a home in real estate and how this impacts everyone, even those … Read more

Budget 2025: Higher deductions, lower tax outgo – taxpayers, experts expect revised tax slabs, tax relief

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Budget 2025: Higher deductions, lower tax outgo – taxpayers, experts expect revised tax slabs, tax relief

Budget expectations: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to unveil the Union Budget on February 1, 2025, a highly anticipated event for taxpayers nationwide. The segment on income tax is of particular interest, as individuals eagerly await any potential changes that could offer relief. Speculation for this year’s budget centers around possible modifications to tax … Read more