PRIMARY MARKET CONFERENCE , GSMC 1.0: A SUCCESSFUL DEBUT

AT GIFT IFSC

OVERVIEW

  • IFSC has strong infrastructure and regulation, and aims to boost financial activity, as discussed at a recent primary markets conference.
  • Key strategies discussed in the primary markets conference include raising foreign currency investment limits for mutual funds and expanding the LRS limit to attract more investors.
  • Encouraging issuers through dual listing and a platform for private trading of unlisted securities could further boost the market.

Boosting Issuers & Global Insights

  • Dual Listing: Allow global companies to list at IFSC as a secondary market.
  • Private Trading of Unlisted Securities: Create platforms for trading unlisted companies, boosting liquidity and market segments.
  • Global Models: Inspired by NASDAQ and Facebook’s Pre-IPO Trading, allow private trading for companies planning to list in 3 years, offering liquidity and early investor opportunities.

OVERVIEW

  • The Global Securities Market Conclave 2025 was held on January 16-17 at GIFT City, organized by IFSCA and key Market Infrastructure Institutions.
  • The event gathered 250+ in-person and 2,000+ virtual participants to discuss global securities markets, GIFT IFSC’s role in India’s growth, and its potential as a global financial hub.
  • Key highlights included speeches by Shri K. Rajaraman (IFSCA) and Shri V. Anantha Nageswaran (Chief Economic Advisor), along with sessions on capital markets, sustainable finance, and cross-border financial services.

Key Insights

The Conclave covered emerging trends in the capital markets and the role of GIFT IFSC in India’s economic transformation. Discussions included:

  • New business models and emerging growth areas
  • Enhancing investor confidence and leveraging the Indian diaspora
  • Harnessing emerging technologies for market growth

conclusion

  • The IFSC has laid a strong foundation with top-tier infrastructure and a robust regulatory framework.
  • To fully unlock its potential as a global financial hub, it must attract more investors and issuers through innovative policies and expanding financial mechanisms.
  • The Global Securities Market Conclave highlighted the way forward, with key discussions on enhancing capital markets, sustainable finance, and leveraging emerging technologies.
  • By implementing these strategies, IFSC can solidify its position as a premier destination for global financial services.

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