Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026

Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026

About Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026

The Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, underway from October 26 to 28 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, has brought together leading policymakers, regulators and industry experts to discuss the future of India's banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector. The three-day summit is focusing on emerging challenges, technological innovation, artificial intelligence, regulatory developments and opportunities shaping the next phase of growth in India's financial sector.

This edition will be the biggest yet, and will also introduce the “Smart Investor Arena” — a segment of the summit where conversations will focus on matters concerning investors’ personal finances. Market maestros and financial planning experts will share their experiences to help retail investors navigate increasingly volatile markets.  

BFSI Insight Summit: MDR vital to sustain UPI growth, says PhonePe CEO

PhonePe CEO Sameer Nigam calls for restoring MDR to sustain UPI growth, while outlining plans to expand feature-phone payments, affordable credit and financial services

Updated On: Oct 28 2026 | 1:00 AM IST

SIFs offer better risk-adjusted returns: Rishi Kohli, Jyotivardhan Jaipuria

At the Business Standard Smart Investor Arena, fund managers said SIFs may suit investors seeking risk-adjusted returns, while PMS offers higher return potential with greater volatility

Updated On: Oct 28 2026 | 12:55 AM IST

Money best way to buy your freedom; gain choices in life: Ankur Warikoo

"Having choices is what puts you truly in control. Once you have that, you realise you're truly rich," said Ankur Warikoo.

Updated On: Oct 28 2026 | 12:48 AM IST

Growth momentum holds despite shocks: RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta said India's growth momentum remained strong despite global shocks, aided by a diversified economy and policy response

Updated On: Oct 28 2026 | 12:48 AM IST

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Purpose still holds, CAS will continue: Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlined plans to ease FPI rules, reform SME listings and consider stock exchange self-listing with safeguards.

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:58 PM IST

Active or passive: Investors need to find the right fit, say experts

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, fund industry leaders said AI, active, passive and quant strategies will shape mutual fund growth, with investor education key to wider participation

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:47 PM IST

Roll out red carpet for dollar, make capital gains tax zero: Shankar Sharma

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Shankar Sharma called for zero capital gains tax on foreign investors, better fixed-income returns and reforms to attract global capital to India

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:39 PM IST

BFSI Insight Summit 2026: MF CEOs hail SIPs as sector's top innovation

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, mutual fund leaders hailed SIPs as the industry's biggest innovation, driving ₹32,000 crore in monthly inflows and widening investor access

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:31 PM IST

BFSI Insight Summit: SIFs, new PMS rules to democratise wealth management

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, fund managers said SIFs and new PMS rules could widen access to wealth management, supported by rising household wealth and digital distribution

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:24 PM IST

BFSI Insight Summit 2026: 'Value investing works; stock selection key'

Fund managers at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026 stressed selective stock-picking, reasonable valuations and business fundamentals amid divergent market trends.

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:19 PM IST

BFSI Summit 2026: Look beyond IPO listing-day hype, says Deven Choksey

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Deven Choksey urged retail investors to study IPO valuations, business models and risks rather than chase listing gains or fall for market hype

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:15 PM IST

Inflation, taxes, market volatility risks to retirement corpus: Experts

Retirement planning must go beyond building a corpus, with experts warning against speculative trading after retirement

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:11 PM IST

BFSI Insight Summit 2026: 'Lower taxes may bring back foreign investors'

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, foreign brokerage heads said stronger corporate earnings, lower crude oil prices and a renewed growth advantage are key to reviving FPI inflows

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 11:07 PM IST

Don't blindly follow tips, question every product: Kathuria to investors

Sanjay Kathuria said that investors should examine the costs and conditions of financial products before committing their money. The mindset should be to ask questions.

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 10:55 PM IST

Time for women to shift savings from dabba to demat: Rachana Ranade

At the Business Standard Smart Investor Arena, Rachana Ranade urged investors to review portfolios regularly and advised women to prioritise financial independence, emergency funds and wills

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 10:52 PM IST

BFSI Summit 2026: 'Digital access could widen MF investor base to 200 mn'

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, industry leaders said digital platforms, innovative SIP products, investor education and AI tools could help expand India's mutual fund base to 200 million.

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 10:47 PM IST

BFSI Insight Summit: Look beyond volatility, MF CIOs tell investors

At the BFSI Insight Summit 2026, mutual fund CIOs urged investors to look beyond market volatility, diversify across assets and focus on valuations, earnings and long-term goals

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 10:43 PM IST

Growth with resilience

Vibrant BFSI sector will augment growth

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 10:11 PM IST

GIFT City eyes global financial hub status with easier rules, new avenues

GIFT City is looking to attract overseas listings and global investors, with new guidelines for Indian issuers expected soon, industry leaders said at the Business Standard BFSI Summit in Mumbai

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 8:46 PM IST

Shaktikanta Das pitches for bigger banks, deeper corporate bond market

Das said India's growth is powered by the triple engines of macroeconomic stability, continuing structural reforms and efforts to build domestic capacity

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 7:38 PM IST

Knowledge, courage, patience: Vijay Kedia's mantra for stock market success

You can borrow knowledge from others, develop courage, but patience is something that comes from within, said Vijay Kedia.

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 6:14 PM IST

Mutual fund industry must shift from access to investor outcomes: Experts

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, experts said the next phase of mutual fund growth will depend on better investor outcomes, innovation, and rising incomes

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 4:54 PM IST

Value investing still works, but stock selection is key: Fund managers

Business Standard BFSI Summit: Mutual fund leaders say investors must look beyond market narratives and assess businesses on their fundamentals and valuations

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 4:11 PM IST

AI is not a bubble yet, but volatility lies ahead, says Shankar Sharma

At Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Shankar Sharma said AI is not a bubble yet, citing investment opportunities for major tech firms, but warned that the sector would remain volatile

Updated On: 28 Oct 2026 | 4:09 PM IST