DLF, Sobha: A good time to buy real estate and related stocks, say analysts

Analysts, however, suggest investors remain selective on realty stocks and buy only where there is revenue visibility and a credible promoter backing

With the economic recovery picking up pace and attractive home prices, analysts say it is a good time for investors to put in money in stocks of real estate companies. Those who have spare funds and are looking to invest, buying a residential property now can is also be a good option from a long-term perspective. However, the return expectation of investors from these two asset classes should be realistic, especially from the stock market perspective, given the sharp run up in these counters since their March 2020 low.

Over the past two years, residential real estate has been primarily