New Delhi, Dec. 30 -- India is emerging as one of the most compelling housing markets globally as rapid urbanisation, population growth and changing lifestyle preferences converge to create a significant long-term opportunity for institutional investors, according to the Brookfield 2026 Investment Outlook.

Brookfield notes that while housing is a global theme, the scale and trajectory of India's urban transition make it particularly distinctive.

It noted, "Moving to the Asia-Pacific region, institutional rental housing is in the early stages across many countries. India stands out, with significant population growth and the projected migration of 350 million people to cities by 2050, one of the largest urban shifts in history."

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