The financial landscape for Indian households transformed in FY25 as a marked shift in investment strategies was observed.
As per an article published by SEBI, a substantial ₹54,786 crore was reallocated from secondary equities, while a record ₹5.43 lakh crore was channelled into mutual funds.
In a significant move, Indian households withdrew ₹54,786 crore from the secondary equity markets during FY25.
This transition indicates a response to valuation concerns and market volatility, encouraging households to explore alternative investment avenues.
The primary market emerged as a favoured channel for equity investments, with household participations in IPOs, FPOs, and preferential allotments rising to ₹95,139 crore in FY25 from ₹46,879 crore in FY24.
The financial trajectory of households in FY25 was largely driven by mutual fund investments. These inflows surged to ₹5.13 lakh crore in the primary market from ₹2.85 lakh crore in FY24.
Including ETFs, secondary market mutual fund flows rose to ₹30,885 crore in FY25, bringing the total to ₹5.43 lakh crore.
The redefined investment dynamics led household savings through the securities market to reach ₹6.91 lakh crore in FY25, almost doubling from ₹3.58 lakh crore in FY24.
This shift heralds a growing preference for financial assets over traditional investments such as gold and real estate.
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The appreciation in market value, combined with continued primary market engagements, resulted in household equity assets reaching ₹88.92 lakh crore in FY25, up from ₹84.07 lakh crore in the prior year.
The revision in methodology highlighted an increase in the household savings through securities market-to-GDP ratio, rising to 2.17% in FY25 from 1.71% under the previous approach, showcasing a more inclusive representation of household participation in capital markets.
The financial year FY25 reflects a clear shift in household investment behaviours with mutual funds emerging as a dominant choice. The significant movement of funds from secondary equities to mutual funds underscores the increasing importance of diversified financial assets in household portfolios.
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Published on: May 21, 2026, 9:57 AM IST
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