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

Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% to nearly 0.59 million sq ft in Q1 2026, up from 0.41 million sq ft a year ago, led by fashion and F&B occupiers. Malls captured 64% of volume versus 36% for high streets. Overall top-eight-city leasing fell 10% to 1.95 million sq ft on supply constraints.

— Filed Thu, 2 Jul, 2026, 13:32 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

Delhi-NCR retail leasing rose 45% to nearly 6 lakh sq ft in Q1 2026, led by fashion and F&B occupiers. Malls took 64% of volume; overall top-eight-city leasing fell 10% on supply constraints amid strong demand for quality retail space.