The Experts' Voice 2026

FICCI hosted the 23rd Annual Capital Markets Conference #CAPAM 2026, bringing together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, investors, and market participants to deliberate on the forces shaping India’s next phase of capital market development. With the theme “Capital Markets as the Gateway to India’s Future: AI, Financialization and New Investment Frontiers,” the discussions explored how technology, expanding investor participation, and new sources of capital can strengthen India’s financial ecosystem and support its growth ambitions.

This edition of The Experts’ Voice brings together perspectives from members of FICCI’s National Committee on Capital Markets, offering insights and policy recommendations on emerging opportunities, evolving market architecture, and the priorities for building a deeper, more resilient and globally competitive capital market.

Key Takeaways

  • Insights on AI-led transformation, financialization, emerging investment opportunities, market deepening, investor participation, and policy priorities shaping the future of India’s capital markets.