India, Jan. 29 -- India's retail leasing touched a record 8.9 million square feet in 2025, even as fresh supply jumped to 4.3 million sq ft, a 268 per cent rise from 2024. Hyderabad led new completions, contributing over half of the annual supply additions, followed by Mumbai and Delhi-NCR. Demand continues to be driven by retailers' push for experiential flagship stores, kiosks, and Gen Z-focused formats that are boosting footfalls, dwell time, and brand engagement, a report by CBRE has said.

The report titled India Retail Figures H2 2025 said that despite global volatility, retailers, both domestic and international, are committing capital to India's consumption story, with a sharp focus on quality assets and experience-driven formats....