The Nifty Realty index has witnessed a significant downturn, falling by 4%, primarily due to the recent hike in ready reckoner rates by the Maharashtra government for the financial year 2025-26.
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Ready reckoner (RR) rates are the government's guideline values for property transactions. They are used to calculate stamp duty and other taxes on property sales and purchases.
The Nifty Realty index fell by 4% primarily due to the Maharashtra government's decision to hike the ready reckoner rates for the financial year 2025-26, which increased the cost of property transactions.
Higher RR rates increase the cost of buying and selling properties, which can deter potential buyers and slow down the market. This can lead to a decline in the performance of real estate companies and their stock prices.
The real estate sector in India is facing challenges such as a surplus of unsold inventory, rising interest rates, economic uncertainty, and the additional cost burden from higher RR rates.
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