Amazon Expands in Bengaluru with 1.1 Million Sq Ft New Office Space
- Industry News
- June 20, 2024
India’s first Commercial Property Rental Index reveals a 3.6% CAGR in office rentals over five years. Pune leads with 6.9% growth, followed by Chennai and Bengaluru. The index highlights post-pandemic recovery, consistent growth in Bengaluru, and emerging trends, positioning India’s office market for sustained growth.
READ MOREIndia has become a global hub for GCCs, leasing 28.8 million sq ft of office space between Q1 2023 and Q2 2024. Driven by a cost-effective talent pool and world-class infrastructure, GCCs occupy nearly half of India’s prime office inventory, with U.S. firms leading this transformation toward innovation and R&D.
READ MOREIndia’s office space market recorded 18.61 million sq ft absorption in Q3 FY25, driven by BFSI and flex spaces contributing 39%. Southern cities led with 61% share, Bengaluru dominating at 36%. Vacancy dropped to 14.8%, while Hyderabad led new completions. Despite a 4% dip in construction, rentals remained stable.
READ MOREIndia’s coworking sector is booming, driven by hybrid work models, rising office rents, and IPO activity. Awfis, Smartworks, and DevX lead the IPO wave, while expansion into Tier-II and Tier-III cities signals future growth. Flexible workspaces now account for 15% of leasing, with demand projected to grow 60% by 2028.
READ MOREAmazon India is relocating its Bengaluru headquarters to reduce costs, saving nearly ₹8 crore annually on rent. The move affects 5,000 employees and raises challenges for landlord Brigade Enterprises. Meanwhile, Amazon’s logistics and payments units show steady growth, and its wholesale division reduces losses amid stricter FDI regulations in India.
READ MOREIndia’s commercial real estate is shifting to an OpEx model, prioritising flexibility and cost-efficiency. Corporations are embracing managed and co-working spaces, with leasing projected at 70 million sq. ft by 2024. Sustainability and tech-driven solutions like smart building systems further drive this trend, transforming workspace strategies for adaptability and growth.
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