Retail Investors

Share of SIP-linked assets in equity mutual fund AUM surpasses 40%

SIP-linked assets now account for over 40 per cent of active equity mutual fund AUM, supported by resilient retail participation despite a recent moderation in monthly inflows

Smallcap funds are rising: Should investors raise the exposure now?

After a sharp rebound in recent months, smallcap funds are back in favour. Experts weigh the opportunities, risks and suitability for different investors

SIP return recovery and West Asia truce may revive retail MF momentum

Small- and mid-cap fund SIP returns have rebounded sharply, raising hopes of renewed retail investor interest after a moderation in key MF growth indicators

Individual investors cautious as market remains turbulent, shows data

Retail investor inflows slowed in May amid global tensions, though they stayed net buyers as participation and market share dipped slightly on NSE cash segment

AI strengthens, not weakens, the case for quarterly reporting of results

As AI lowers reporting costs, the SEC's proposal to allow semi-annual disclosures sparks debate over transparency, accountability and investor protection

Street signs: Lottery beats connections; Nifty levels & referrals return

From IPO allotment fairness and Nifty's key support levels to Zerodha reviving referrals, key market trends are shaping investor sentiment

DII inflows hit a peak at ₹4.3 trillion in the first half of 2026

Cushion impact of unprecedented FPI outflows

Q4 scorecard: NBFCs top performers, cyclicals lead in earnings growth

Krishna Kant & Ram Prasad Sahu delve into the earnings of the 10 biggest sectors in Q4FY26

New demat additions stay below 2025 average for third straight month in May

Around 2.3 million new demat accounts were opened in May, below the 2025 monthly average, as subdued markets and geopolitical uncertainties weighed on retail participation

'Retail investors not in panic mode despite geopolitical uncertainty'

If India's growth story plays out over the next two decades, Vikas Saitja, MD & CEO at Shriram Wealth believes there is enough opportunity for more wealth management firms.

Retail holding tops FIIs in 118 Nifty 500 stocks since March 2024; who won?

In last two financial years, retail investors increased holding in 118 Nifty 500 stocks where FIIs cut stake; of these 65 stocks trade below March 2024 levels amid tepid market mood, shows data.

Tier-2, 3 cities to deepen retail investing ecosystem: Angel One Group CEO

Angel One Group CEO Ambarish Kenghe discusses market volatility, India's long-term growth story, AI-led investing, retail participation, and tapping tier-2/3 cities for the next 100 mn investors

Retail investors double down on equities amid West Asia conflict

In April alone, they snapped up shares worth ₹19,664 cr, recording their biggest buy since Oct '24

Women under 35 led mutual fund investments in FY26, shows data

Women below 35 have emerged as the largest group of female mutual fund investors, reflecting rising financial participation and growing SIP adoption

Retail trading is becoming more disciplined, says Upstox CEO Ravi Kumar

Upstox CEO Ravi Kumar says retail investors are becoming more discerning and risk-aware, with trading behaviour shifting from momentum-driven bets to more disciplined strategies

5-year low for retail, record high for MFs: Who owns India's markets now?

The share of individual investors (retail and High Net Worth Individual (HNI) combined) in companies listed on NSE declined to a 5-year low of 9.11 per cent as on Mar ch 31, 2026, down from 9.28 per

Cutting Sensex, Nifty targets now is premature: Harendra Kumar, Elara Capital

Data has shown that on falling market days, retail investors were net buyers, and on rising days, they were net sellers. So, the idea that they are always disadvantaged is a misnomer, Kumar said.

'Game of patience': MF investors eye bull mkt despite nil returns for 2 yrs

MF investors see zero returns but SIP inflows remain strong. Analysts say patience may be tested, even as bull market hopes build

Retail investors dial down equity exposure after 6 years of rising bets

According to the report, the number of investors participating in the cash segment declined to 35.8 million in FY26 from 37.7 million in FY25

Zerodha, Angel One, Upstox lead fall in active investors amid volatility

Retail trading activity cools as volatility and weak returns shrink NSE's active client base, with discount brokers seeing the sharpest decline