Women’s participation in mutual funds has surged, with AUM doubling in five years to Rs 11.25 lakh crore. Long-term investing, SIP adoption, and equity allocation have increased, while debt fund interest declined. More women are opting for direct plans, and younger investors in smaller cities are driving mutual fund growth.
GIFT Nifty hits record open interest of $21.56 billion; contracts touch all-time high
GIFT Nifty has hit a record open interest of $21.56 billion, reflecting rising global investor participation in India’s offshore derivatives market. The milestone, achieved on