Nithin Kamath highlighted the lack of an advisory ecosystem in India, particularly RIAs and MFDs, as a major hurdle for the mutual fund industry’s growth. He emphasized the importance of MFDs in reaching smaller cities and towns. Despite the growth in SIP investments, the industry needs a stronger advisory network for further expansion.
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