240% jump in unique investors on NSE in 6 years from FY2019 to FY2024: Eco Survey

Retail investors in NSE: According to Economic Survey 2023-24, "The number of unique tax IDs registered on the NSE rose from 2.7 crore in FY19 to 9.2 crore in FY24. Most of the new retail investors are likely young and may have a higher risk appetite. It is also reflected in the interest that retail investors have shown in derivatives trading, especially expiration-day trading.