World & BusinessGrade A mall vacancy reportedly fell to 5% across India's top seven cities in the first half of 2026
The Economic Times reports a five-year low in vacancy, with significant leasing activity in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Delhi-NCR, particularly in fashion and entertainment.
TLDR
Grade A mall vacancy across India's top seven cities fell to 5% in the first half of 2026, the Economic Times reports—the lowest level in five years. It says Kolkata had the lowest vacancy rate, with Grade A malls nearly fully occupied. The report also describes expanding retail markets in tier-2 cities, attracting organized brands and consumers.
Grade A mall vacancy reportedly fell to 5% across India's top seven cities in the first half of 2026
The Economic Times reports a five-year low in vacancy, with significant leasing activity in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Delhi-NCR, particularly in fashion and entertainment.
TLDR
Grade A mall vacancy across India's top seven cities fell to 5% in the first half of 2026, the Economic Times reports—the lowest level in five years. It says Kolkata had the lowest vacancy rate, with Grade A malls nearly fully occupied. The report also describes expanding retail markets in tier-2 cities, attracting organized brands and consumers.