India’s capital markets are gaining recognition as stable and globally competitive for long-term investments, according to Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey. Speaking at the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings, Pandey emphasized the evolution of Indian markets into a strong financial system pillar supported by robust macroeconomic fundamentals and an expanding investor base.
SEBI has implemented a facilitative and risk-based regulatory approach to enhance efficiency and investor confidence. Key reforms like T+1 settlement, faster IPO timelines, and simplified access for foreign investors have boosted transparency and reduced operational challenges in the markets, Pandey noted.
India continues to welcome global capital, driven by reform-oriented policies and strong economic indicators. Factors such as controlled inflation, healthy foreign exchange reserves, and stable external accounts contribute to India’s robust growth trajectory, positioning it among the strongest globally.
The SEBI chief underscored the regulator’s commitment to a transparent, consultative, and technology-driven framework. Initiatives such as easing FPI registration processes, enhancing digitalization, and focusing on domestic investors have deepened market participation and resilience, Pandey highlighted.
The interaction at the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings convened global investors, venture capital leaders, and policymakers to explore investment opportunities and strengthen the India-US economic partnership. Discussions revolved around simplifying regulatory processes, enhancing cross-border investment frameworks, and increasing capital availability for emerging sectors like deep technology.
