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SEBI Chief Warns Investors on Direct Mutual Fund Purchases
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🗓 28 Oct 2026, 09:59 PM
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SEBI Chief has cautioned investors about the risks involved in directly purchasing mutual funds, highlighting the knowledge gap between financial products and market participation.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chief has emphasized the need for investor caution when considering direct purchases of mutual funds. He pointed out a significant disparity between the awareness of various financial products and the actual level of participation in the securities market. This disparity, he argued, can lead to uninformed investment decisions and potential financial losses for investors. The SEBI Chief urged investors to thoroughly understand the risks and complexities associated with direct mutual fund investments before making any decisions.