India's Warehousing and Logistics Sector Sees 8% YoY Growth in H1 2024

The first half of 2024 witnessed a significant increase in warehousing and logistics absorption, with Mumbai and Pune leading the charge. The sector also saw a notable increase in investments, with $1.6 billion poured in during H1 2024.

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India's Warehousing and Logistics Sector Sees 8% YoY Growth in H1 2024
Real Estate News:The Indian warehousing and logistics sector has shown remarkable resilience in the first half of 2024, with absorption increasing by 8% year-over-year (YoY) to 16.6 million square feet (msf). According to a report by Vestian, this growth can be attributed to the expanding economies of the world and the increased participation of foreign investors in the Indian warehousing sector.Mumbai and Pune were the top performers, accounting for 63% of the total absorption in H1 2024. Mumbai's share increased from 25% in H1 2023 to 41% in H1 2024, driven by demand for grade-A warehouses in areas such as Bhiwandi, Panvel, Uran, Taloja, and Ambernath. The southern cities of Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad accounted for 29% of the total absorption.

The sector also saw significant investments, with $1.6 billion poured in during H1 2024. This accounts for 42% of the total institutional investment received in the real estate sector. The investments were driven by the participation of foreign investors, who increased their stake in the Indian warehousing sector.Third-party logistics (3PL) companies dominated absorption, with a 39% share in H1 2024. Engineering and manufacturing, and automobiles and auto components sectors also saw an increase in their share of absorption.

Weighted average rentals in the warehousing and logistics sector marginally declined by 3% to Rs 21.6/sqft/month in H1 2024 over the same period a year ago. Rentals in Bangalore declined the highest by 8%, whereas Hyderabad witnessed a decrease of 7% during the same period,The growth of the warehousing and logistics sector is expected to continue, driven by the government's focus on infrastructure development and the increasing demand for grade-A warehouses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the growth rate of warehousing and logistics absorption in H1 2024?

The growth rate of warehousing and logistics absorption in H1 2024 was 8% YoY.

Which cities led the charge in warehousing and logistics absorption in H1 2024?

Mumbai and Pune were the top performers, accounting for 63% of the total absorption in H1 2024.

What was the total investment in the warehousing and logistics sector in H1 2024?

The total investment in the warehousing and logistics sector in H1 2024 was $1.6 billion.

What drove the growth of the warehousing and logistics sector in H1 2024?

The growth of the warehousing and logistics sector in H1 2024 was driven by the expanding economies of the world and the increased participation of foreign investors in the Indian warehousing sector.

What is the expected future growth of the warehousing and logistics sector?

The growth of the warehousing and logistics sector is expected to continue, driven by the government's focus on infrastructure development and the increasing demand for grade-A warehouses.

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