Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% in Q1 2026, resurfacing report as fashion and F&B fueled demand

Resurfacing a report on Q1 2026 (ended March 31, 2026): Delhi-NCR retail leasing reached 0.59 million sq ft, up 45% year-on-year, led by fashion and food-and-beverage occupiers. Malls accounted for 64% of leasing as demand for quality organised retail space tightened.

— Filed Thu, 6 Aug, 2026, 07:03 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

Delhi-NCR retail leasing increased 45% year-on-year in Q1 2026 to 0.59 million sq ft, led by fashion and F&B demand. Malls captured 64% of volume as domestic retailers and international brands competed for limited quality organised retail space.

Why this matters

The report reinforces recent signals that Delhi-NCR retail leasing jumped 45% in Q1, with fashion and F&B demand driving a return to organised mall space.

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