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Hans India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
‘Retail participation in capital market increased significantly'
Mumbai: The Indian market is witnessing remarkable participation from retail investors, with a surge in demat accounts to 19.4 crore in 2025 from 3.6 crore in 2019, a senior Sebi official said on Tuesday. Meanwhile, domestic institutional ownership in listed companies has increased from 13 per cent to 20 per cent, while foreign ownership has declined from 22 per cent to 17 per cent. Speaking at an event organised by IVCA Renewable Energy Summit 2025, Dr. Ruchi Chojer, Executive Director at Sebi, said that trust is the cornerstone of investment, and India has earned that trust. 'At Sebi, our regulatory approach has focused on balancing capital formation with systemic stability and investor protection. Trust is the cornerstone of investment, and India has earned that trust,' she was quoted in a statement issued by IVCA. She shared that retail participation has surged from 3.6 crore demat accounts in 2019 to 19.4 crore in 2025. Highlighting the evolution of capital markets in the country, Chojer said that over the last three decades, India's capital markets have transformed into one of the world's top 10 equity ecosystems-- resilient, inclusive, and increasingly driven by domestic participation. In the last 10 years alone, Indian companies have raised nearly Rs 93 lakh crore through equity and debt, with FY 2024–25 witnessing a record Rs 4.3 lakh crore in equity issuance, including Rs 1.7 lakh crore via IPOs. 'This growth is powered not just by policy and infrastructure, but by deepening investor trust,' she said. Additionally, she spoke aon the importance of capital markets in India's clean energy journey. 'As India undertakes its green transition, the role of capital markets and particularly alternative investment funds (AIFs) will be critical. Financing long-gestation sectors like grid modernisation, storage, and transmission requires patient and risk-tolerant capital. Sebi has already enabled blended finance structures, allowing philanthropic and multilateral capital to invest through junior units in AIFs. This is a vital step in unlocking capital for the energy transition,' she said. Also, she stressed that India's clean energy transition cannot be driven by listed companies alone and AIFs must play a key role in driving ESG adoption among unlisted investee companies, especially as 40 per cent of AIF capital comes from foreign investors who expect alignment with global disclosure standards. 'We are open to proposals for ESG-labelled AIF categories, and we believe well-structured tax incentives can further catalyse investment into sectors with long-term impact and higher risk profiles,' she said. Looking to the future, she noted, 'India will need an estimated USD 250 billion by 2030 to finance renewable energy, storage, and transmission.
Mint
a day ago
- Business
- Mint
Retail participation in capital mkt increases; demat accounts surge to 19.4-cr in 2025
Mumbai, The Indian market is witnessing remarkable participation from retail investors, with a surge in demat accounts to 19.4 crore in 2025 from 3.6 crore in 2019, a senior Sebi official said on Tuesday. Meanwhile, domestic institutional ownership in listed companies has increased from 13 per cent to 20 per cent, while foreign ownership has declined from 22 per cent to 17 per cent. Speaking at an event organised by IVCA Renewable Energy Summit 2025, Ruchi Chojer, Executive Director at Sebi, said that trust is the cornerstone of investment, and India has earned that trust. "At Sebi, our regulatory approach has focused on balancing capital formation with systemic stability and investor protection. Trust is the cornerstone of investment, and India has earned that trust," she was quoted in a statement issued by IVCA. She shared that retail participation has surged from 3.6 crore demat accounts in 2019 to 19.4 crore in 2025. Highlighting the evolution of capital markets in the country, Chojer said that over the last three decades, India's capital markets have transformed into one of the world's top 10 equity ecosystems resilient, inclusive, and increasingly driven by domestic participation. In the last 10 years alone, Indian companies have raised nearly ₹ 93 lakh crore through equity and debt, with FY 2024–25 witnessing a record ₹ 4.3 lakh crore in equity issuance, including ₹ 1.7 lakh crore via IPOs. "This growth is powered not just by policy and infrastructure, but by deepening investor trust," she said. Additionally, she spoke on the importance of capital markets in India's clean energy journey. "As India undertakes its green transition, the role of capital markets and particularly alternative investment funds will be critical. Financing long-gestation sectors like grid modernisation, storage, and transmission requires patient and risk-tolerant capital. Sebi has already enabled blended finance structures, allowing philanthropic and multilateral capital to invest through junior units in AIFs. This is a vital step in unlocking capital for the energy transition," she said. Also, she stressed that India's clean energy transition cannot be driven by listed companies alone and AIFs must play a key role in driving ESG adoption among unlisted investee companies, especially as 40 per cent of AIF capital comes from foreign investors who expect alignment with global disclosure standards. "We are open to proposals for ESG-labelled AIF categories, and we believe well-structured tax incentives can further catalyse investment into sectors with long-term impact and higher risk profiles," she said. Looking to the future, she noted, "India will need an estimated USD 250 billion by 2030 to finance renewable energy, storage, and transmission. Sebi remains committed to enabling this transformation by providing regulatory clarity, reducing policy risk, and supporting innovative investment structures. Our goal is to ensure that India's capital markets continue to serve not just as engines of growth, but also as platforms for building a sustainable, future-ready economy.' This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Retail participation in mkts increase; demat accounts surge to 194 mn: Sebi
The Indian market is witnessing remarkable participation from retail investors, with a surge in demat accounts to 194 million in 2025 from 36 million in 2019, a senior Sebi official said on Tuesday. Meanwhile, domestic institutional ownership in listed companies has increased from 13 per cent to 20 per cent, while foreign ownership has declined from 22 per cent to 17 per cent. Speaking at an event organised by IVCA Renewable Energy Summit 2025, Ruchi Chojer, Executive Director at Sebi, said that trust is the cornerstone of investment, and India has earned that trust. "At Sebi, our regulatory approach has focused on balancing capital formation with systemic stability and investor protection. Trust is the cornerstone of investment, and India has earned that trust," she was quoted in a statement issued by IVCA. She shared that retail participation has surged from 36 million demat accounts in 2019 to 194 million in 2025. Highlighting the evolution of capital markets in the country, Chojer said that over the last three decades, India's capital markets have transformed into one of the world's top 10 equity ecosystems-- resilient, inclusive, and increasingly driven by domestic participation. In the last 10 years alone, Indian companies have raised nearly Rs 93 trillion through equity and debt, with FY 202425 witnessing a record Rs 4.3 trillion in equity issuance, including Rs 1.7 trillion via IPOs. "This growth is powered not just by policy and infrastructure, but by deepening investor trust," she said. Additionally, she spoke on the importance of capital markets in India's clean energy journey. "As India undertakes its green transition, the role of capital markets and particularly alternative investment funds (AIFs) will be critical. Financing long-gestation sectors like grid modernisation, storage, and transmission requires patient and risk-tolerant capital. Sebi has already enabled blended finance structures, allowing philanthropic and multilateral capital to invest through junior units in AIFs. This is a vital step in unlocking capital for the energy transition," she said. Also, she stressed that India's clean energy transition cannot be driven by listed companies alone and AIFs must play a key role in driving ESG adoption among unlisted investee companies, especially as 40 per cent of AIF capital comes from foreign investors who expect alignment with global disclosure standards. "We are open to proposals for ESG-labelled AIF categories, and we believe well-structured tax incentives can further catalyse investment into sectors with long-term impact and higher risk profiles," she said. Looking to the future, she noted, "India will need an estimated $250 billion by 2030 to finance renewable energy, storage, and transmission. Sebi remains committed to enabling this transformation by providing regulatory clarity, reducing policy risk, and supporting innovative investment structures. Our goal is to ensure that India's capital markets continue to serve not just as engines of growth, but also as platforms for building a sustainable, future-ready economy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
India adds 7.3 GW renewable capacity in June, clean energy FDI crosses ₹1.6 lakh crore: Joshi
New Delhi: India's renewable energy sector reported a 420 per cent year-on-year growth in capacity addition in June 2025, rising from 1.4 GW last year to 7.3 GW this year, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said on Tuesday at the IVCA Renewable Energy Summit 2025 in Mumbai. The Minister highlighted that India has seen a 4,000 per cent growth in solar energy capacity—rising from 2.82 GW in 2014 to 117 GW in 2025. Wind energy capacity increased from 21 GW to 51.7 GW in the same period, registering a 140 per cent rise. Cost reductions and policy support driving change Solar tariffs have declined by 80 per cent—from ₹10.95/unit in 2010–11 to ₹2.15/unit currently. 'As a result, even solar with battery storage now costs less than thermal, saving up to ₹2 per unit,' Joshi said. He noted that 83 per cent of power sector investments in 2024 were directed towards renewables. 'We were the largest recipient of global energy development finance, attracting $2.4 billion (₹20,040 crore) for clean energy in a single year,' Joshi said. FDI inflows and investor returns Since 2020, foreign direct investment in the sector has crossed ₹1.6 lakh crore ($20 billion), with ₹42,000 crore ($5 billion) in 2023 alone. In Q1 2025, clean energy investment surged 7.7 times year-on-year to $9.8 billion (₹81,700 crore). 'Investors who backed this transition have already seen multifold returns. So should you,' Joshi said, inviting capital participation in the sector. Green hydrogen and large-scale projects The ₹19,744 crore National Green Hydrogen Mission is aimed at making India a global hub for green hydrogen production , usage, and export. 'Our first hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck trials are already on the roads,' he added. Citing major infrastructure projects, Joshi said, 'In Gujarat's Kutch district, we are building what will be the world's largest renewable energy park—30 GW of solar and wind combined.' Renewable manufacturing sees rapid expansion Under the PLI scheme, India's solar module manufacturing capacity has more than doubled from 39 GW to 91 GW in one year. Solar cell capacity increased from 11 GW to 25 GW. Among the allocations under the PLI scheme: 1. 17.5 GW of module capacity awarded to six manufacturers (out of 48.3 GW total) 2. 6 GW of cell capacity awarded to two manufacturers (out of 44.9 GW total) 3. 2 GW of ingot-wafer capacity awarded to one manufacturer (out of 37.5 GW total) Joshi said the country is now aiming to auction 50 GW of renewable capacity every year, including a guaranteed 10 GW of wind power. Waste-to-energy and sectoral transformation The minister also mentioned India's largest waste-to-energy plant in Ahmedabad, which converts 1,000 tonnes of solid waste daily into electricity. 'These are examples of how India's energy transition is not only sustainable but also inclusive, benefiting cities, farmers, and communities,' he said. Joshi concluded, 'Let us join hands to power India's transformation into a renewable energy superpower, creating long-term value for investors, for our economy, and for the planet.'
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi to outline vision for India's renewable energy future
Mumbai: India's clean energy ambitions are set to take centre stage as Shri Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Hon'ble Union Minister of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, will attend the IVCA Renewable Energy Summit 2025 as Chief Guest and deliver the Keynote Address. The event, hosted by the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA), will take place on July 15 in Mumbai. Bringing together leaders from across the private equity, venture capital, and alternative investment landscape, the summit is a national platform to galvanise climate-aligned private capital in support of India's energy transition goals. Organised in collaboration with Avendus, EAAA Alternatives, and Singularity Capital, the event will convene policymakers, institutional investors, family offices, climate-tech entrepreneurs, and financial innovators. Speaking ahead of the event, Shri Pralhad Joshi said, "India's clean energy transformation is not just an environmental goal--it is a national mission. From renewable generation to battery storage and green manufacturing, private capital will be key to achieving our 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030. I look forward to addressing the IVCA Renewable Energy Summit and reinforcing the government's commitment to building a robust, investment-friendly ecosystem for sustainable growth." India's clean energy sector is witnessing unprecedented momentum. In 2024, renewables accounted for 83% of total power sector investments, while non-fossil fuel capacity climbed to 44%, underscoring the country's strong trajectory toward the 2030 target. India now ranks among the top three countries globally in renewable energy capacity addition. As the government ramps up efforts to scale solar, wind, storage, and green hydrogen infrastructure, it has placed a renewed emphasis on public-private partnerships. Policy innovations, including viability gap funding for battery storage, incentives for offshore wind development, and grid expansion across new geographies, are designed to enable institutional capital participation at scale. This creates a clear opportunity for Private Equity, Venture Capital, and AIFs to partner in India's next phase of green growth. IVCA President Rajat Tandon said, "We are privileged to have Hon'ble Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi join us at the summit. His visionary leadership--whether in scaling renewable energy investments, battery storage, or creating a supportive policy ecosystem--has been instrumental in shaping India's green growth story. His presence reaffirms the government's commitment to enabling public-private partnerships that drive sustainable, long-term impact."
