Asia‑Pacific’s real‑estate market recorded a record $105 billion of investment in the first half of 2026, with office assets alone attracting $40.2 billion and accounting for over 40 % of total inflows in India. Domestic investors led the Indian market while foreign capital grew 24 % year‑on‑year.

Key Takeaways

  • APAC total real‑estate investment reached $105 billion in H1 2026 – the strongest half‑year since 2022.
  • Office assets attracted $40.2 billion, representing roughly 38 % of regional capital deployment.
  • In India, domestic investors contributed 57 % of inflows while foreign capital rose 24 % YoY.

Asia‑Pacific’s real‑estate market logged $105 billion of investment in the first half of 2026, the strongest performance since 2022. Office assets led the charge with $40.2 billion of capital, followed by retail ($26.7 billion) and industrial ($22.8 billion). Data centres emerged as a fast‑growing institutional asset class, pulling in $6.7 billion.

Historical Background

Since 2022, India’s office segment has cumulatively attracted close to $14 billion, consistently representing 40‑50 % of total capital deployment each year. While foreign investors have fluctuated, domestic participation has steadily risen, now accounting for the majority of Indian real‑estate inflows.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the sustained confidence in office REITs and the shift of developers toward monetising operational assets are reshaping capital flows, making office assets the cornerstone of APAC’s real‑estate growth narrative.

"Office assets continue to attract significant investor interest, supported by broadening demand across multiple occupier segments," said Badal Yagnik, CEO & Managing Director, Colliers India.

Did You Know?

Did You Know?: Singapore’s H1 2026 transaction volume of $14.1 billion already eclipsed its entire 2025 total.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Will foreign investors increase their share of Indian real‑estate capital? Yes, a 24 % YoY rise in overseas inflows indicates renewed confidence in India’s diversified market.
  • Why are data centre investments accelerating? Data centres are being viewed as a high‑growth, institutional‑grade asset class, attracting capital seeking stable long‑term returns.