Hyderabad: Global real estate investors are regaining confidence and gearing up for enhanced capital allocation in 2026, as indicated by Colliers’ recently published 2026 Global Investor Outlook Report. The survey reveals that improving market fundamentals, returning liquidity, and stabilizing pricing expectations are motivating investors to diversify across various geographies and asset classes. A significant trend noted in the report is a clear global capital shift toward the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, driven by innovation-led growth, an expanding middle class, and continued wealth generation. Capital raising focused on APAC has surged over 130 percent since 2024, now representing 11 percent of global fundraising in the first three quarters of 2025.
While established markets like Japan, Australia, and Singapore remain dominant, emerging markets, especially India, are increasingly attracting interest from global institutional investors. India has become one of the most appealing markets in APAC for significant capital deployment, supported by favorable demographics, policy consistency, and a robust economic forecast. There is a growing interest in land and development assets, while India’s expanding institutional-grade stock is attracting both domestic and international investment. “Investments in India’s real estate sector have demonstrated remarkable resilience,” stated Badal Yagnik, CEO & Managing Director of Colliers India.
“We anticipate annual investments of $5–7 billion for both 2025 and 2026, bolstered by structural growth drivers like urbanization, infrastructure development, and increasing consumption.” Institutional investments in India reached $4.3 billion in the first nine months of 2025, with the office and residential sectors constituting nearly 60 percent of the total projected inflows for the year. Colliers expects a more robust 2026, driven by increasing demand for core assets and heightened activity in industrial & logistics, as well as alternative sectors such as data centers. “The office and residential markets will continue to lead in investments, while the industrial & logistics sector is set to gain momentum,” mentioned Vimal Nadar, National Director & Head of Research at Colliers India.
“Data centers are poised for accelerated growth, propelled by the expansion of digital infrastructure and hyperscale requirements.” APAC Investment Outlook: Office, Logistics, and Retail Show Strong Potential. Survey results indicate that 64 percent of APAC investors are optimistic about improved economic growth in 2026, with nearly 60 percent feeling positive about liquidity and rental performance. Family offices and high-net-worth individuals are becoming increasingly active, especially in Hong Kong and Australia, where pricing opportunities are emerging. Australia continues to attract global capital due to its political stability and strong market fundamentals. Tokyo and Osaka in Japan remain key players in cross-border investments in the office and multifamily sectors.
Domestic investors in China are gravitating towards income-generating assets, including malls, rental housing, data centers, and senior living facilities. Singapore continues to be a central investment hub, with fierce competition for prime office and data center properties. Throughout APAC, the industrial & logistics sector leads investor interest, particularly in Australia, India, and Japan. ‘Big box’ warehousing and last-mile logistics are top priorities, while cold storage facilities are gaining popularity. The office market is experiencing renewed demand amid positive rental growth, and retail assets—especially neighborhood centers and high-street locations—are capturing investor interest as supply stabilizes.