Geopolitical tensions have impacted India’s housing market, with sales dipping 7% sequentially in Q1 2026, despite a 7% annual rise. New launches outpaced sales, leading to a 4% quarterly increase in unsold inventory. While developers remain confident, global uncertainties and rising costs are affecting buyer sentiment and investment, particularly from Middle Eastern buyers.
Originally published by The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets