(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM)
Ashishkumar Chauhan MD & CEO, NSE emphasized, “Some of the MSMEs listed on NSE have the potential to become tomorrow’s billionaires! In simple terms, if you want to become a billionaire, list on NSE. This exponential growth signifies a major shift in how Indians are funding innovation, entrepreneurship, and long-term value creation.”

In the last year alone, 200 MSMEs were listed on NSE, showcasing the growing confidence in the platform. He further added, “Over the last 10-15 years, stock market investments have gained traction compared to earlier investments restricted to real estate and gold only. In 2014, India had 16 million investors but within a decade the numbers have exponential risen to 110 million. In order to encourage retail participation, we at NSE are constantly educating them on safe long term investing,”

India’s strong market infrastructure, digital investment platforms, and regulatory stability offer a fertile ground for startups and growing enterprises. Entrepreneurs looking to scale globally, build value, and unlock capital are increasingly viewing the Indian capital markets as a launchpad for long-term success. Here are some factors why India holds more weight than ever in today’s environment:

• India’s Investor Base is Exploding: In the last decade alone, the number of investors in India has jumped from 1.6 crore to 11 crore. That’s over 110 million Indians now actively investing in their future, many of them ready to fund the next wave of entrepreneurship.
• The capital market is no longer just the domain of institutional investors. Today, over 5 crore individuals invest regularly via SIPs, channeling small, consistent contributions towards mutual funds and equity, making wealth creation more inclusive and sustainable.
• Domestic Capital is More Stable Than Ever: With most investments historically staying within India due to capital controls, this massive domestic investor base has created a unique ecosystem of long-term, SIP-based, stable funding.
• Global Capital is Becoming Uncertain: As the U.S. steps back from its dominant global role, capital flows from traditional sources are becoming volatile. The multilateral institutions once buoyed by U.S. largesse like the UN, WHO, WTO are now seeing their relevance questioned.
• A Shift in Global Power Dynamics: Countries can no longer rely on these institutions for predictability. Going forward, each nation will have to negotiate bilateral agreements, and powerful players like the U.S., China, and India will shape the new financial order.
• In this emerging world, India with its deep investor pool, growing entrepreneurial base, and proactive regulatory frameworks offers fertile ground for companies looking to grow, scale, and list.