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Sebi mandates e-book mechanism for pvt debt securities above Rs 20 cr

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[hfe_template id='11223'] [ad_1] Markets regulator Sebi has made the electronic book mechanism mandatory for all private placement debt issues of Rs 20 crore or above and expanded the platform's scope to include REITs and InvITs. The move, based on recommendations from a working group and public feedback, is aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the Electronic Book Provider (EBP) platform. Under the new framework, the use of the EBP platform is now mandatory for private placements of debt securities, non-convertible redeemable preference shares (NCRPS), and municipal bonds, where the issue size is Rs 20 crore or more, including single, shelf, and subsequent issues within a financial year, according to a Sebi circular. Earlier, the mechanism was mandatory for all private placements of debt securities with an issue size of Rs 50 crore or more. Sebi has extended products on the EBP platform to infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs) and real estate infrastructure trust...

How to include REITs in your investment portfolio for stability

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[hfe_template id='11223'] [ad_1] Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are becoming an essential part of diversified investment strategies in today's fast-changing financial landscape. As the property market evolves, REITs offer a way to benefit from real estate returns without the hassle of direct property ownership. The appeal of REITs lies in the stability and growth of the Indian real estate sector. REITs have delivered competitive returns, with consistent rental yields and potential for capital appreciation. Collectively, these REITs distributed ₹4,259 crores in the first nine months of FY25, marking a 15% YoY growth from ₹3,706 crores in 9M FY24 (Source: Indian REITs Association Data). This makes them a compelling choice, positioned between traditional fixed-income investments and full equity exposure, offering portfolio balance to investors. The Stability Advantage REITs offer stability through professional property management and robust corporate governance.S...

How to start investing in REITs in India: A simple 4-step guide

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[hfe_template id='11223'] [ad_1] Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are a great way for Indian investors to invest in high-quality commercial properties like office spaces and shopping malls without the hassle of buying and managing real estate directly. REITs allow retail investors to invest in premium real estate that was once available only to large institutions and high-net-worth individuals. They offer regular rental income, potential price appreciation, and professional management while being as easy to buy and sell as stocks. With four listed REITs in India—Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, Nexus Select Trust, and Brookfield India Real Estate Trust—managing assets worth ₹1,52,000 crores, this investment option has become a popular choice for Indian investors. If you are new to REITs, here’s a simple 4-step guide to get started. Step 1: Open a Demat and Trading Account To invest in REITs, you need a demat and trading account with a SEBI-r...

hBits applies for SM REITs license with SEBI; aims first listing by Q3

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[hfe_template id='11223'] [ad_1] Fractional ownership platform hBits has applied for Small and Medium REITs (SM REITs) license with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The company expects to receive the license in the next couple of months and plans to launch its maiden SM REIT offering in the third quarter of the current financial year. Upon the launch of its first SM REITs, the platform will also subsequently migrate its existing properties into SM REITs over the next few quarters, the company said. “We believe in the tremendous potential that commercial real estate has to offer to Indians and through SM REITs we aim to provide our investors with diversified, lucrative and regulated investment opportunities,” said Shiv Parekh, founder & CEO, hBits. hBits has recently launched multiple assets in Pune. With this expansion, hBits aims to increase its total assets under management (AUM) to Rs 10,000 crore over the next five years. Currently, the company ...