Mutual funds via SIPs lead retail flows, hitting a record ₹29,361 crore in September 2025..Direct equity investments surge through apps like Zerodha and Groww, with demat accounts at 19.4 crore..Derivatives trading rises, with retail accounting for 62% of NSE F&O volume despite high risk..Retail interest grows in passive funds, ETFs, and thematic schemes focused on AI, digital, and manufacturing..Real estate, REITs, green bonds, and D2C brands attract retail capital amid economic growth and digitization..Read More Stories