The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) plans to launch a pan-India survey aimed at increasing participation in the capital markets, raising risk awareness, and addressing gaps in the investment ecosystem, a SEBI official announced on Wednesday.
Speaking at the CII Global Economic Policy Forum 2024, SEBI Whole-Time Member Mr. Ananth Narayan G highlighted the resilience of the Indian markets, noting that a USD 14 billion FPI outflow in October-November was balanced by equal domestic inflows, primarily from mutual funds.
Mr. Narayan emphasized the importance of foreign investments despite robust domestic participation, stating, “We must remain an attractive destination for global investments to fund future growth.”
He also cautioned against complacency, stressing the need to nurture retail investors and create better risk awareness, particularly for young investors who may lack experience with market cycles. SEBI collaborates with AMFI, exchanges, and clearing corporations to improve investor education and awareness programs.
