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India's private credit industry can become $100 billion by 2050: NPS Trust chief Dinesh Kumar Khara
India's private credit sector could reach USD 100 billion by 2050. This expansion is driven by a maturing ecosystem and growing domestic capital pools. Family offices and UHNIs are increasingly seeking alternative asset classes. Regulators are adopting a calibrated approach to market evolution and reforms.
From being a trust to gaining trust: AIFs call for switch to LLP model
India's private equity and venture capital sector is pushing for a crucial structural change to attract more foreign investment. The industry advocates for converting Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) from trusts to Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs), a globally recognized and preferred structure. This move aims to provide greater clarity on liability for foreign managers and investors, aligning India with international fund hubs.
AI isn't the biggest regulatory worry for Indian startups, data governance is: Survey
The study, based on a survey of 550 ecosystem participants, including 350 startups, 100 venture capital (VC) firms and 100 incubators, shows that 44% of respondents identified data governance and digital trust regulations as their primary regulatory concern.
Insurers face margin pressure amid rising competition, costs; rural protection gap persists: Report
Indian insurers are feeling the pinch from fierce price wars and increasing operational expenses. To thrive, they must manage capital wisely, focus on solid underwriting, and control costs. Technology and a shift towards protection products will be key to reaching more customers and rebuilding trust. Broader financial services also see growth opportunities in MSME lending and corporate banking.
Capital markets emerging as key avenue for household savings: Sebi chief
Capital markets are increasingly emerging as a core avenue for household savings and wealth creation in India, reflecting a structural shift in how Indians are investing and participating in the country's growth story, SEBI Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Monday. "Capital markets are increasingly becoming a core avenue for household savings and wealth creation," Pandey said at the ICICI Securities India Investor Conference 2026. On the Portfolio Management Services (PMS) regulations, the SEBI chief indicated that extensive deliberations are underway and a consultation paper will be released soon. However, he declined to specify a timeline. Pandey said India's economic rise is not only about higher growth numbers but also about the formalisation of the economy, financialisation of savings and growing trust in institutions. Highlighting the growing depth of Indian markets, Pandey said the country now has around 145 million investors in the securities market, with the investor
Capital Infra Trust reports consolidated net profit of Rs 195.05 crore in the March 2026 quarter
Sales rise 77.88% to Rs 282.93 crore
SBI Ventures to manage Rs 20,000 crore Maritime Fund
SBI Ventures has been appointed as the fund manager for the ₹20,000-crore Maritime Investment Fund. This initiative, backed by government equity, aims to attract private capital for the maritime sector's growth. The fund will operate as a trust and be registered with SEBI, focusing on a blended finance model to boost long-term, affordable capital availability.
SBI chief flags risks in rapid growth in digital finance, stresses trust-based innovation
State Bank of India Chairman C S Setty highlighted emerging risks in digital finance and platform lending. He stressed that financial systems must prioritize trust and strengthen governance. India needs significant capital mobilization for its development goals. Banks alone cannot meet these needs, requiring deeper bond markets and broader investor participation. Innovation must balance speed with safety and inclusion.
Trust MF’s Mihir Vora sees earnings driving markets, stays bullish on industrials and renewables
Mihir Vora, Chief Investment Officer at Trust Mutual Fund, remains overweight on the industrial theme, particularly renewables, capital goods, and manufacturing-linked investments supported by production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes.
Advent gets CCI nod to pick up 14.3% stake in Aditya Birla Housing Finance
The Competition Commission of India has approved Advent International's proposal to acquire a 14.3% stake in Aditya Birla Housing Finance. This move involves a significant capital infusion into the housing finance subsidiary. The CCI also cleared other acquisitions, including Citrus Investment LLC's increased shareholding in Hitachi Construction Machinery and Indus Infra Trust's acquisition of KNR SPVs.
Polunin Capital Partners picks up nearly 1% stake in Unichem Labs; Fidelity buys additional shares in Sunteck Realty
Fidelity Investment Trust was holding 1.6 percent stake in Sunteck Realty, while Schroder held 2.25 percent shareholding as of March 2026.