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SEBI Survey: Indian Investors Prioritize Capital Preservation
A recent survey by SEBI found that 63% of Indian households are aware of the stock market, but only 9.5% are actually investing.
Urban areas see higher participation (15%) compared to rural areas (6%).
The main reasons for not investing are perceived complexity, a lack of trust, and risk aversion.
About 22% of non-investors plan to start investing soon if the process becomes simpler and more transparent.
The survey will help shape strategies for a more inclusive capital market.
63% of Indian households are aware of securities market products.
Only 9.5% of Indian households are currently investing.
Urban investment participation is 15% compared to 6% in rural areas.
80% of households prefer capital preservation.
22% of non-investors plan to invest within the next year.
- Who
- SEBI
- What
- Survey on Indian household investment trends
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- India
- Why
- To promote responsible investing and inclusive securities markets
Risk Aversion
Return Seeking
Investment Philosophy
Risk Aversion
Most households prioritize capital preservation.
Return Seeking
Some investors seek higher returns.
- Households Aware
- 63%
- Households Investing
- 9.5%
- Urban Participation
- 15%
- Rural Participation
- 6%
- Intention to Invest
- 22% of non-investors
- Risk Aversion
- 80% of households prefer capital preservation
Sources
Sebi survey finds nearly 10 pc of Indian households invest in securities
Only 1 in 10 Indian households invested in securities market: SEBI survey
Sebi survey finds 9.5% households invest in securities
Most Indians sit out, finfluencers rule the 10% who dare to play the stock market, says Sebi survey