There is currently a lot of debate happening on how the government’s demonetization move will impact the real estate sector. Projects could get stretched as informal sources of capital may not be available. This, in fact, spells more opportunities for institutional capital. FDI, private equity and debt players will suddenly find the market even more transparent and attractive. Moreover, banks could start funding land transactions, thereby decelerating land prices. On the larger front of Trump’s victory, the overall sentiment implied by statements that he has made so far with regards to India can have some positive political implications. That said there are definitely concerns in terms of how Trump’s win can affect outsourcing to countries like India.

(Financial Express)