From The Economic Times · Faizan Haidar · · 1m
Office Leasing Recovers as Corporates Move Past AI Concerns
Corporates resume office leasing deals after AI and geopolitical uncertainty slow decisions.
In brief
Corporates resume office leasing deals after AI and geopolitical uncertainty slow decisions. Indian office leasing activity rebounds as companies finalize deals despite AI and geopolitical concerns. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Office leasing rebounds
Indian office leasing market shows signs of recovery as corporates resume decisions delayed by geopolitical uncertainty and AI concerns.
Corporate decision-making resumes
Corporates that held back amid geopolitical uncertainty and AI-led workforce disruption now finalise deals as they remain confident in long-term growth.
International companies return
Office developers report international companies returning to the market with enquiries and decisions on office space.
Leasing momentum from GCCs
Global capability centres and technology firms executing long-term expansion plans anchor leasing activity in India.
Commercial real estate attracts investors
Improved transaction activity and long-term demand make commercial real estate more attractive to developers and investors.
Leasing activity rebounded
Leasing activity in India’s office market declined 14.5% year-on-year in Q2 2026, with top cities absorbing 11.6 million sq ft.
What to remember
Indian office leasing activity rebounds as companies finalize deals despite AI and geopolitical concerns.
