Delhi-NCR retail leasing jumps 45% in Q1 2026 as fashion and F&B drive demand

Delhi-NCR led India's top-eight cities with retail leasing up 45% to 0.59 million sq ft in Q1 2026, even as national leasing fell 10% to 1.95 million sq ft. Malls captured 64% of demand versus 36% for high streets, with fashion and F&B occupiers anchoring interest in quality organized space.

— Filed Tue, 14 Jul, 2026, 15:35 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% to 0.59 million sq ft in Q1 2026, leading top-eight cities despite an overall 10% national decline. Fashion and F&B segments drive occupier demand for organized, quality mall and high-street space.