Leading Indian real estate developers including Godrej Properties, DLF, and Sobha have witnessed stock price declines of up to 40 percent over the past year due to rising interest rates, softening demand, and regulatory challenges, according to a Trade Brains report.

: Indian REITs delivered up to 29% returns this year while traditional real estate stocks declined by 20-37%, with SEBI's recent equity reclassification expected to further boost REIT performance through enhanced liquidity and institutional participation.

Indian real estate stocks soared up to 12% on September 15, 2025, driven by Federal Reserve rate cut expectations and anticipated regulatory reforms in Uttar Pradesh, pushing the Nifty Realty index to its strongest level in 13 sessions.

RBI's 50 bps repo rate cut to 5.5% triggers massive 10% weekly surge in BSE Realty index. Sobha leads with 18% gain as home loan EMIs drop, boosting real estate sector demand and investor confidence.

The Nifty Realty Index has dropped 8% over the past month, presenting a lucrative opportunity for investors. Experts highlight the continued strength in luxury housing and the expected rebound in affordable homes. Ghar investigates more.