Realty Stocks Plunge to 52-Week Lows on Disappointing Q3 Sales

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AuthorRiya Kapoor|Published at:
Realty Stocks Plunge to 52-Week Lows on Disappointing Q3 Sales
Overview

Indian real estate stocks plunged, with major developers like Macrotech Developers (Lodha), Godrej Properties, and Oberoi Realty hitting 52-week lows. The BSE Realty index slumped 10% in two weeks. Disappointing Q3 FY26 pre-sales figures and broader macroeconomic headwinds are weighing on the sector.

The sell-off intensified as key developers reported significantly weaker pre-sales numbers for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2026. Macrotech Developers (formerly Lodha Developers), Godrej Properties, Brigade Enterprises, and Aditya Birla Real Estate (ABREL) all touched their respective 52-week lows. Oberoi Realty and Prestige Estates Projects saw declines ranging from 3% to 6%.

Profitability and Revenue Metrics

Oberoi Realty reported Q3 FY26 pre-sales of ₹836 crore, a sharp 56% year-on-year decline. This drop, attributed partly to a high base from project launches in the prior year, signals a slowdown. The company's net profit for the quarter saw only marginal growth of 0.68% year-on-year, reaching ₹622.64 crore, and missed analyst estimates. Revenue from operations grew 5.77% year-on-year but also fell short of expectations, with EBITDA margins showing a year-on-year dip.

Future Launches and Inventory Concerns

Oberoi Realty launched no new projects in Q3 FY26. Analysts anticipate new tower launches that could boost annual pre-sales. However, concerns linger over inventory build-up, particularly in the luxury segment (>₹5 crore) in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and National Capital Region. This segment is experiencing the highest inventory accumulation, potentially delaying launches for developers like DLF.

Commercial Leasing Outlook

Despite residential sector headwinds, commercial leasing in Tier-I cities showed resilience, growing 25% year-on-year in 2025. This offers a positive outlook for developers with substantial commercial pipelines, such as Prestige Estates Projects and Max Estates. However, analysts remain watchful of sales velocity amidst rising unaffordability.

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